Serving 686 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Peeples Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peeples Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Peeples Elementary School's student population of 686 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
686 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peeples Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peeples Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#63 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
5%
36%
White
76%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peeples Elementary School's ranking?
Peeples Elementary School is ranked #63 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Peeples Elementary School often compared to?
Peeples Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sara Harp Minter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Peeples Elementary School?
686 students attend Peeples Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Peeples Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peeples Elementary School?
Peeples Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Peeples Elementary School offer ?
Peeples Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Peeples Elementary School part of?
Peeples Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
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Date
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of School
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
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