Serving 294 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cohutta Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cohutta Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Cohutta Elementary School's student population of 294 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Motto
'Where Amazing Happens'
School Rankings
Cohutta Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cohutta Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#490 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
1%
36%
White
81%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
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 Cohutta Elementary School's ranking?
Cohutta Elementary School is ranked #490 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Cohutta Elementary School often compared to?
Cohutta Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Varnell Elementary School, Pleasant Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Cohutta Elementary School?
294 students attend Cohutta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Cohutta Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cohutta Elementary School?
Cohutta Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cohutta Elementary School offer ?
Cohutta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cohutta Elementary School part of?
Cohutta Elementary School is part of Whitfield County School District.
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