J. KNOX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
J. Knox Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Cherokee County school district, located in Canton, GA with about 804 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 49 teachers, J. Knox Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.
J. Knox Elementary School, located at 151 River Bend Way in Canton, Georgia, is a public school serving students in the Cherokee County School District. As a cornerstone of its local community, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. It follows the district’s comprehensive curriculum, focusing on building foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies while integrating technology and creative problem-solving into daily instruction.
Beyond its core academics, J. Knox Elementary places a strong emphasis on creating a welcoming and inclusive school culture. The administration and faculty prioritize parent and community involvement to enrich the educational experience, often hosting events and programs that encourage home-school collaboration. With a commitment to preparing students for future success, the school strives to nurture well-rounded learners who are equipped with the social and academic tools necessary to transition confidently to middle school.
For more information, contact J. Knox Elementary at (770) 345-4307 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Canton, GA 30114
(770) 345-4307
J. KNOX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Canton, GA with about 804 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Georgia
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Cherokee County
- Total Students:
- 804
- Teachers:
- 49.5
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 804 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending J. KNOX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 77% of the student body.
- White
- 76.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 14.2%
- Black or African American
- 5.1%
- Two or more races
- 3.1%
- Asian
- 0.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 47.6%
- Male
- 52.4%
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.