Serving 822 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alford 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 25% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 822 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Alford Elementary School's student population of 822 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
822 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
School Motto
Stretching All Students to Their Full Potential
Alford 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 Alford Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1464 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
59%
19%
Black
22%
36%
White
7%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Alford Elementary School's ranking?
Alford Elementary School is ranked #1464 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Alford Elementary School often compared to?
Alford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethesda Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Alford Elementary School?
822 students attend Alford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Alford Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alford Elementary School?
Alford Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alford Elementary School offer ?
Alford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alford Elementary School part of?
Alford Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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