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Sagamore Hills Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 524 students

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5 stars

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2012:
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2011:
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2010:
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Posted January 16, 2012

We have 3 children currently at Sagamore Hills (since Kindergarten), and find the neighborhood school a wonderful environment. The size is just right for kids to try everything it offers and actively participate. Teachers and administrators know the children and help get them get what they need to be successful. They should be well prepared for middle school and the real world! Another great thing about the size is that the kids and parents don't get lost or feel like a number. Everything they do counts and gets noticed.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 12, 2012

We have been at Sagamore for 4 years so far with 2 children. We couldnt be more satisfied. The school is very diverse and we love that all cultures are embraced. We have had positive experiences with all our teachers and our children have been well prepared. what I love most is that the teachers and principal welcome parental input, ideas and involvement. Sagamore is a true community school were we all participate in improving the education of our children.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 12, 2012

Sagamore is a great neighborhood school! We have 2 children at the school, and they LOVE it! The kids have art and music weekly (our art teacher is outstanding!). We also have so many programs and activities, including fun family events (sock hop, dinner night, spring carnival, talent show) and opportunities for enrichment in math, reading and science! Sagamore also has strong parent involvement. And we love that our children to go to school with other children in our community!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 11, 2012

I have had four children go through Sagamore. The teachers have been excellent. It has wonderful families and is a great community of people who all want the best for our children.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 11, 2012

Our second of two chidlren is now in fifth grade at Sagamore. Our older child entered middle school fully prepared. At Sagamore, we have had awesome teachers (including great art and music instructors). The school also helps us feel truly connected to the community.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 11, 2012

Sagamore is an excellent elementary school. I love the fact that it is small and teachers know the children across grade levels. As an involved parent I like knowing I can volunteer in the classroom & get to know the teachers and administrative staff. There is an intimacy at Sagamore that I think larger elementary schools lack. The community is strong, the kids are great and so are the parents. We have very strong music and art programs. The children have a school wide art snow annually - it's mazing! We have choral, orchestra and band concerts throughout the year, it's quite impressive!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 9, 2012

The Great Schools rating by far does not reflect my experience at Sagamore Hills. The teachers that my children have had were excellent. The teachers challenged my children academically but yet supported them through the process. They also fostered my children's social and emotional growth. The leadership staff is superb. The principal and her staff is always willing to hear a quick story in passing or schedule a lengthy discussion. They are very supportive of the students, parents, and faculty. I could not be more happy with my decision to send my children to Sagamore!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 9, 2011

Sagamore Hills Elementary is a wonderful school! I've sent all three of my kids there and we have had only positive experiences. My kids have received a great education. The teachers are fabulous and there is strong parental involvement.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 30, 2010

We love having an elementary school that is in a neighborhood and has the neighborhood support.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 22, 2010

I moved to this area for the school and I have been very impressed. This is my first year and my son is in 1st grade. The teaching is excellent; he is making great progress. The parental involvement is fantastic. Many parents volunteer for all sorts of activities and it just has a community feel. I love the diversity of the school population. I am very happy with the direction of this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 25, 2010

This was my son's first year attending Sagamore. He really excelled during the 3rd grade. He had an excellent year and is really looking forward to the 4th grade. The school's PTA and parents are actively involved in the advancement of the children's overall growth and development.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 13, 2010

This is a fantastic school - close community, great administrators, accommodating for disabled students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 3, 2009

My son, now in 4th grade, has been at Sagamore Hills since Kindergarten. Sagamore Hills has extremely dedicated teachers, outstanding extracurricular programs, a stimulating and supportive academic environment that encourages academic achievement. Students represent not only diverse racial and ethnic backrounds, but also different socioeconomic levels all which are embraced.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 30, 2009

Sagamore Hills has exceeded my expectations for what i expected my son to learn in Kindergarten. I'm pleasantly surprised to see him academically and socially grow so fast in only a few months.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 28, 2009

The teachers at Sagamore are thoughtful, creative, and prepared. The parents are involved and supportive. The administration aims to foster a positive, safe, and successful learning environment for all students. Together we form a comprehensive team working in the best interest of the children under our watch.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 28, 2009

Incredible school, just the right size and very diverse with students who thrive and amazing programs.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 28, 2009

a fantastic atmosphere for kids to grow and learn
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 24, 2009

Sagamore has a fantastic PTA. This in addition to caring teachers and parents makes this a wonderful environment for our children to learn and thrive.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 24, 2009

A fantastic school where the teachers are happy to work and the children are encouraged to do their best. The community is diverse and parents are active. It is a wonderful community school
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 24, 2009

I have been involved at Sagamore Hills elementary for 14 years. My daughter who is now 18 was in the first lottery funded pre-k class at Sagamore. Next year I will watch as my 9 year old becomes a 5th grader and then moves on to middle school. Sagamore represents all that is important to parents of elementary age children. Teachers are well prepared, administration values input, children are happy and the community is involved.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 86% in 2010.

74 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
74%

2009

 
 
68%
Math

The state average for Math was 85% in 2010.

75 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
71%

2009

 
 
72%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 92% in 2010.

74 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
85%

2009

 
 
79%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) in reading, social studies, science, English language arts and math in grades 3 through 8. The CRCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 85% in 2010.

87 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
82%

2009

 
 
93%
Math

The state average for Math was 87% in 2010.

87 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
77%

2009

 
 
89%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 91% in 2010.

87 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
96%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) in reading, social studies, science, English language arts and math in grades 3 through 8. The CRCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 91% in 2012.

63 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
80%
Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2012.

63 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
78%

2011

 
 
70%

2010

 
 
73%

2009

 
 
77%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 91% in 2012.

63 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
91%

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
86%
Science

The state average for Science was 78% in 2012.

66 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
82%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
80%

2009

 
 
78%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 81% in 2012.

66 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
79%

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
81%

2009

 
 
79%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) in reading, social studies, science, English language arts and math in grades 3 through 8. The CRCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 91% in 2012.

67 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
93%

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
79%

2009

 
 
97%
Math

The state average for Math was 80% in 2012.

65 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
68%

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
62%

2009

 
 
93%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 90% in 2012.

67 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
91%

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
85%

2009

 
 
100%
Science

The state average for Science was 81% in 2012.

68 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
85%

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
76%

2009

 
 
90%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 78% in 2012.

68 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
72%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
65%

2009

 
 
89%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) in reading, social studies, science, English language arts and math in grades 3 through 8. The CRCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 94% in 2012.

59 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
94%
Math

The state average for Math was 84% in 2012.

55 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
86%

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
95%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 91% in 2012.

59 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
99%

2009

 
 
94%
Science

The state average for Science was 78% in 2012.

61 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
80%

2011

 
 
74%

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
89%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 77% in 2012.

61 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
79%

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
89%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) in reading, social studies, science, English language arts and math in grades 3 through 8. The CRCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

Writing

The state average for Writing was 80% in 2012.

59 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
73%

2011

 
 
57%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
83%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Middle Grades Writing Assessment (MGWA) to students in grades 5 and 8. The MGWA is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 41% 46%
Black 24% 38%
Hispanic 24% 10%
Asian/Pacific Islander 10% 3%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Limited English proficient 9%N/A5%
Economically disadvantaged 38%N/A50%
Students with disabilities 10%N/A12%
Source: GA Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/A14
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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1865 Alderbrook Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30345
Phone: (678) 874-7502

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