At a glance
Reported students
761
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
55.8
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Georgia elementary enrollment
78th percentile
Compared with 1,298 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
761
Ellijay Elementary School: 761 reported students.
State peer staffing position
56th percentile
13.6:1 reported; state peer median 13.4:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 762
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49.93
- Student–teacher ratio
- 15.3:1
What the reported data says about Ellijay Elementary School
Ellijay Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Ellijay. It is one of 5 current school records connected to Gilmer County. NCES reports 761 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,298 elementary schools in Georgia with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 580 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 78th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13.6:1, close to the Georgia median of 13.4:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (52.7%) and Hispanic or Latino (44.3%). English learners represent 33.7% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 5.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Ellijay Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 13.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 55.8 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 33.7%
- Students with disabilities
- 5.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 59.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White52.7%
- Hispanic44.3%
- Black0.3%
- Asian0.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.7%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial1.3%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Gilmer County
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Mountain View Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
668 reported students
Clear Creek Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
575 reported students
Clear Creek Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
904 reported students
Gilmer High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,216 reported students
Public schools near Ellijay Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilmer High School High · Gilmer County | 09–12 | 1,216 | 1.7 mi |
| Mountain View Elementary Elementary · Gilmer County | PK–05 | 668 | 1.7 mi |
| Clear Creek Middle School Middle · Gilmer County | 06–08 | 904 | 5.8 mi |
| Clear Creek Elementary School Elementary · Gilmer County | PK–05 | 575 | 5.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Ellijay Elementary School
What grades does Ellijay Elementary School serve?
Ellijay Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Gilmer County.
How many students attend Ellijay Elementary School?
Ellijay Elementary School reported 761 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 78th percentile among 1,298 Georgia elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 762 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Ellijay Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 13.6:1, based on 761 students and 55.8 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Georgia median for the same school level is 13.4:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Ellijay Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Ellijay Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Gilmer County attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Ellijay Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
59.7% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Ellijay Elementary School in?
Ellijay Elementary School is part of Gilmer County, based in Ellijay, GA, which operates 5 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Ellijay Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Gilmer High School (1.7 mi), Mountain View Elementary (1.7 mi), Clear Creek Middle School (5.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.