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Northcutt Elementary School

5451 W Fayetteville Rd
Atlanta, GA 30349
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 626 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northcutt Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 626 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • : Bottom 50% in GA
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Northcutt Elementary School's student population of 626 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Northcutt Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northcutt Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (GA)
#1988 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
18%
39%
10%
40%
6-9%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
80%
36%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.34
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Northcutt Elementary School's ranking?
Northcutt Elementary School is ranked #1988 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Northcutt Elementary School often compared to?
Northcutt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Clayton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Northcutt Elementary School?
626 students attend Northcutt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Northcutt Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northcutt Elementary School?
Northcutt Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northcutt Elementary School offer ?
Northcutt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northcutt Elementary School part of?
Northcutt Elementary School is part of Clayton County School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 626 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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