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Peachtree City Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 494 students

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Posted May 25, 2010

This was my child's first year in public school, having been in a Montessori environment through 3rd grade. Everyone made him feel welcome and part of the group. The staff is extremely caring and attentive. They really know how to run a school efficiently and effectively to make the whole school experience really fun. My son has really enjoyed himself. The big negative in my mind about this school, however, is the junky food being served in the cafeteria, including the ice cream freezer and the slush puppy machine. If they would get rid of that, things would be great! Overall, I'm happy, though.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 8, 2009

The school has a family atmosphere where children are treated with love and respect. They offer different kinds of after school activities that children enjoy participating, like chorus and other clubs.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 22, 2009

PTC Elementary couldn't have been a better choice for my children. All the staff and teachers are very caring. My 1st grader is reading at a nearly 4th grade reading level. I love going to the school and seeing all the kids so happy in hallways. It is truly like an extension of your home. My kids love going to school and never want to miss a day.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 14, 2008

PTC Elementary is a wonderful school. It may not be the newest and best in the city, however it is not the building that makes the school. The Teachers, Staff and Parents work together to provide students with quality education. Parent involement is key to your childs success. The doors are open to the entire building for volunteers, whether you have an hour or muliple hours each week. You will not find a more loving or caring group of Teachers anywhere.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 13, 2007

Our daughter has been attending PTC Elementary since kindergarten. We have found the school to be very student oriented and above all, very dedicated to give gifted students every opportunity to accel. We are lookig froward to send our three younger children to this school as well.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 11, 2007

I've had 3 children in this school and do not have one complaint. This school brings out the best in each child. I can't thank Mrs. Robinson enough for the change she has brought about in my oldest child. My oldest son had a difficult teacher in the past that had him thinking that all teachers were out to get him so he started not to care. Mrs. Robinson took a special interest in him and would not let him fall between the cracks and showed him that teachers really do care that their kids learn. All of my kids have enjoyed all of their teachers here so much. It will be a hard day when we have to leave because everyone cares so much.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 4, 2007

We moved to Peachtree City for the quality of the schools here, and Peachtree City Elementary has far exceeded our expectations. The staff is outstanding, and the whole school is warm & nurturing. I am very impressed with the individualized instruction both my daughters have received as well as the hands-on learning that goes on throughout the school. Fayette County runs a fantastic school system, but PCES is tops in my book as a GREAT SCHOOL!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 20, 2006

This school is awesome! It has worked wonders for my son who is in kindergarten. At the beginning of this school year he could not read, recognize all of his letters and numbers and now he is reading, spelling, excelling in math and it is great. He is so excited about learning and going to see his teacher Ms. Vied. She is the a great teacher. At his school before it was like he was learning nothing, we would teach him at home but it was like nothing was happening. Ms. Vied has given my baby a jump start and he is ready to go. I have a daughter there also and she is just brilliant her teacher Ms. Newman is great! She is eager to learn and just loves being there. The office staff are very friendly, everyone seems to work well together as a team. This school rocks!
—Submitted by Joy Coffey, a parent


Posted February 22, 2005

This is a great school. Lots of parental involvement. Plenty of opportunity for active families to learn with your children. It is not the newest school but we moved our family into this area for this particular school. Plenty of caring and nurturing shines from every classroom.
—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.

78 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
95%
Math

The state average for Math was 85% in 2010.

79 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
97%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 92% in 2010.

79 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.

68 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
99%
Math

The state average for Math was 87% in 2010.

68 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
97%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 91% in 2010.

68 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
99%

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.

83 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
94%
Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2012.

84 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
93%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 91% in 2012.

83 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
96%
Science

The state average for Science was 78% in 2012.

85 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
99%

2009

 
 
91%
Social Studies

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

84 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
100%

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.

75 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
97%

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
96%
Math

The state average for Math was 80% in 2012.

75 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
93%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 90% in 2012.

75 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
97%

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
97%
Science

The state average for Science was 81% in 2012.

79 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
91%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
95%
Social Studies

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

78 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
95%
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.

79 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
99%

2010

 
 
99%

2009

 
 
99%
Math

The state average for Math was 84% in 2012.

82 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
99%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
94%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 91% in 2012.

79 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
99%

2010

 
 
99%

2009

 
 
99%
Science

The state average for Science was 78% in 2012.

83 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
96%
Social Studies

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

80 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
96%

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

Writing

The state average for Writing was 80% in 2012.

80 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
94%
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 67% 46%
Asian/Pacific Islander 13% 3%
Black 11% 38%
Hispanic 9% 10%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Limited English proficient 9%N/A5%
Economically disadvantaged 28%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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201 Wisdom Rd
Peachtree City, GA 30269
Phone: (770) 631-3250

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