Serving 600 students in grades 3-5, Kemp 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 19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kemp Elementary School's student population of 600 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kemp Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kemp Elementary School is 0.39, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1831 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
77%
36%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kemp Elementary School's ranking?
Kemp Elementary School is ranked #1831 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Kemp Elementary School often compared to?
Kemp Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake City Elementary School, Morrow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Kemp Elementary School?
600 students attend Kemp Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Kemp Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kemp Elementary School?
Kemp Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kemp Elementary School offer ?
Kemp Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Kemp Elementary School part of?
Kemp Elementary School is part of Clayton County School District.
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