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Chestnut Mountain Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 621 students

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Posted October 29, 2009

Their main focus is to bring out the best in every child. They have learning labs to help c hildren reach their potential. The children have projects which are educational and fun. The teachers and staff are very professional and personable. They genuinely love teaching. The school has an excellent nurse who is most caring and concerned. I love this school. My two grandchildren go there, and I will not be happy when they move to another school in Hall County, which I am sure is just as professiional and dedicated.
—Submitted by Mary Wiley


Posted October 19, 2009

I love this school. My son loves it too. He loves the playground. One for 3rd 4th and 5th grade. He also loves the libary, teachers, block time and math. It is a great school for any kid. Even if they are special ed or falling behind. And yes we do have S.E.A.R.C.H. because i heard some rumors that we dont have smart enough kids , to stupid to have that class, and to stuck up to hire a teacher for that class
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted January 28, 2009

We love CMES. My son started there in Kindergarten and is in 1st grade now. His teachers have all been so caring. They are good about giving him stuff to do if he finishes before everyone else. That helps keep him out of trouble. I would highly recommend this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 30, 2008

CMES is wonderful! My son is about to finish his first year of elementary school and loves it! His teacher and parapro are very caring and dedicated. I highly recommend this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 11, 2004

Chestnut Mountain is a wonderful school! My children love their teachers and the school. I find that the staff is very caring and interested in all of the children. I would recommend this school to anyone looking at moving to the area! Good for you Chestnut Mountain Staff you're doing a great job!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 26, 2003

I currently have two children in this school and I think it is a wonderful school. The teachers and staff are very informed and easy to talk with about my children. I really like the principal, she is a very understanding and helpful person. This is one of the best schools in Hall county, just ask my kids.
—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.

89 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
83%
Math

The state average for Math was 85% in 2010.

90 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
86%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 92% in 2010.

89 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
96%

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 85% in 2010.

105 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
86%
Math

The state average for Math was 87% in 2010.

105 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
89%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 91% in 2010.

105 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
93%
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.

100 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
80%
Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2012.

100 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
86%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
79%

2009

 
 
71%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 91% in 2012.

101 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
95%

2009

 
 
87%
Science

The state average for Science was 78% in 2012.

104 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
83%

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
81%

2009

 
 
77%
Social Studies

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

104 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
76%

2009

 
 
74%
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.

106 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
75%

2009

 
 
90%
Math

The state average for Math was 80% in 2012.

108 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
67%

2009

 
 
76%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 90% in 2012.

110 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
86%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
91%
Science

The state average for Science was 81% in 2012.

112 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
74%

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
73%

2009

 
 
77%
Social Studies

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

112 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
71%

2009

 
 
78%
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.

112 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
84%

2009

 
 
90%
Math

The state average for Math was 84% in 2012.

109 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
68%

2009

 
 
77%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 91% in 2012.

117 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
92%
Science

The state average for Science was 78% in 2012.

120 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
83%

2011

 
 
74%

2010

 
 
72%

2009

 
 
80%
Social Studies

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

120 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
74%

2010

 
 
62%

2009

 
 
77%
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.

117 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
79%

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
72%

2009

 
 
78%
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 74% 46%
Hispanic 15% 10%
Asian/Pacific Islander 5% 3%
Black 5% 38%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Limited English proficient 12%N/A5%
Economically disadvantaged 31%N/A50%
Students with disabilities 12%N/A12%
Source: GA Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 15N/A14
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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4841 Union Church Rd
Flowery Branch, GA 30542
Phone: (770) 967-3121

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