Serving 1,066 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chesney Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,066 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chesney Elementary School's student population of 1,066 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,066 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chesney 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 Chesney Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1108 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)42%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
61%
19%
Black
24%
36%
White
5%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chesney Elementary School's ranking?
Chesney Elementary School is ranked #1108 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Chesney Elementary School often compared to?
Chesney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berkeley Lake Elementary School, Mason Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Chesney Elementary School?
1,066 students attend Chesney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Chesney Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chesney Elementary School?
Chesney Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chesney Elementary School offer ?
Chesney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chesney Elementary School part of?
Chesney Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
In what neighborhood is Chesney Elementary School located?
Chesney Elementary School is located in the Gwinnett Place neighborhood of Duluth, GA. There are 1 other public schools located in Gwinnett Place.
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