BALL GROUND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ball Ground Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Cherokee County school district, located in Ball Ground, GA with about 531 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 34 teachers, Ball Ground Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Ball Ground Elementary School is a public school located in the small, historic community of Ball Ground, Georgia, and serves as a central pillar of the local district. As part of the Cherokee County School District, the school is known for its strong sense of community and commitment to fostering a supportive, small-town learning environment. The school typically emphasizes foundational academic excellence, character development, and active parent involvement, striving to prepare students for success as they transition to middle school.

The school is well-regarded for its modern facilities and a curriculum that balances traditional academics with enrichment opportunities. Beyond the classroom, Ball Ground Elementary frequently engages in school-wide activities and community events that reflect the values of the surrounding area. Its location in the heart of Ball Ground provides a unique educational experience where students benefit from a close-knit atmosphere while still having access to the resources and academic standards provided by the larger Cherokee County system.

For more information, contact Ball Ground Elementary School at (770) 735-3366 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

321 Valley St
Ball Ground, GA 30107
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BALL GROUND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Ball Ground, GA with about 531 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Cherokee County
Total Students:
531
Teachers:
34.3
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 531 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending BALL GROUND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 93% of the student body.

White
92.8%
Hispanic/Latino
4.0%
Two or more races
1.7%
Black or African American
1.1%
Asian
0.4%

Female
46.7%
Male
53.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.