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Findley Oaks Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 753 students

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5 stars

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Posted May 3, 2010

My son is finishing up 5th grade at Findley Oaks and my daughter is a former Findley Oaks student. They both loved the school. The parent involvement is excellent. The administration is wonderful. My kids were very lucky to have experienced such a great elementary school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 3, 2010

Great school! I loved most of my teachers (Mrs. Martin, Mrs. Cassidy, Mrs. Clark), and they remember me when I see them! The TAG program rocks! my sister loves it sooooo much. The food is terrible, but then again, all elementary school food stinks. I recomend this school to anyone looking for a school where the teachers care, the students are nice, and their kid will actually learn something.


Posted May 12, 2009

I moved in Wellington subdivision last July and my first one went to the Findley Oaks for his Kindergarten. I knew this school is a GOOD school from other websites, but it turned out to be a GREAT school for my own son! My kid appears to be picking up hugh academic and peer relationship achievements. I have my confidence this schooll keeps its endeavor under high standard faculties as it is now. Great combination of fun and learning as my second one loves to go to this school!! I am sorry he needs to wait 14 months.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 10, 2009

All three of my children have passed through Findley Oaks. The last one completes her 5th grade year in May. The teachers and principals there are outstanding and were like extended family members. I have two gifted and one special needs child and they handled both ends of the spectrum with great professionalism and care. I will truly miss them next year!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 14, 2008

I love Findley Oaks. It is like an extension of my own family. I feel as though the teachers really care about my children and want the best for them.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 8, 2007

Findley Oaks is one of the best schools in the state of Georgia. They have dynamic teachers, involved parents, and dedicated administrative team. Their academic and extracurricular activities are both top notch. In general, it is a very disciplined, focused and enthusiastic school. Gopal Koratana
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 11, 2006

excellent school, very motivating teachers
—Submitted by Holger Grzonka, 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.

111 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
99%

2009

 
 
97%
Math

The state average for Math was 85% in 2010.

111 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
97%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 92% in 2010.

111 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
99%

2009

 
 
99%
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.

116 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
99%
Math

The state average for Math was 87% in 2010.

117 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
99%

2009

 
 
100%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 91% in 2010.

116 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
100%
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.

119 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
99%

2009

 
 
97%
Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2012.

119 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
99%

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
94%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 91% in 2012.

119 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
99%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
99%
Science

The state average for Science was 78% in 2012.

119 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
97%
Social Studies

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

119 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
99%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
97%
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.

114 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
99%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
99%
Math

The state average for Math was 80% in 2012.

114 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
95%

2009

 
 
93%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 90% in 2012.

115 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
97%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
99%

2009

 
 
98%
Science

The state average for Science was 81% in 2012.

115 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
98%
Social Studies

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

114 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
95%

2009

 
 
97%
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.

153 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
100%
Math

The state average for Math was 84% in 2012.

151 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
99%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
97%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 91% in 2012.

154 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
99%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
99%

2009

 
 
99%
Science

The state average for Science was 78% in 2012.

155 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
98%
Social Studies

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

155 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
97%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
97%
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.

155 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
99%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
98%
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

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 61% 46%
Asian/Pacific Islander 27% 3%
Black 9% 38%
Hispanic 2% 10%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Limited English proficient 3%N/A5%
Economically disadvantaged 3%N/A50%
Students with disabilities 11%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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5880 Findley Chase Drive
Duluth, GA 30097
Phone: (770) 497-3800

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