Kelly Mill Elementary Cumming GA Overview (2026 List)

About Kelly Mill Elementary

Kelly Mill Elementary School is located at 1180 Chamblee Gap Road, Cumming, Georgia 30040, and serves students from residential areas in central Forsyth County. The school serves students in grades kindergarten through 5 as part of the Forsyth County School District. Current enrollment stands at 1,052 students participating in the school's academic and student support programs. The student-teacher ratio is 16:1. Student demographics include 48% female students and 52% male students across the enrolled population. State testing shows that 73% of students meet proficiency standards in math and 60% in reading. Kelly Mill Elementary opened in 2006 and was established to help accommodate enrollment growth across the county's expanding school system. The campus serves neighborhoods located near Chamblee Gap Road and several nearby residential developments. Local housing values average around $550,400, reflecting the broader housing market across Forsyth County and surrounding areas. Kelly Mill Elementary School serves a section of Cumming within Forsyth County, where schools included among the best elementary schools in Georgia can also be found.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 73%

Reading 60%

State average proficiency is 73% in Math and 60% in Reading.

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Full-time Teachers

16 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

1052

Total Students

$62692

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 55.32%

Asian 22.34%

Hispanic 11.12%

Black 5.32%

Two+ Races 5.7%

Native Am. 0.19%

White

55.32%

Asian

22.34%

Hispanic

11.12%

Black

5.32%

Two+ Races

5.7%

Native Am.

0.19%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 1052

47.53%

500 Female

52.47%

552 Male

Student Population

1052 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

526 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Kelly Mill Elementary Contact Information

Address

1180 Chamblee Gap Rd, Cumming, GA 30040

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Phone

(678) 965-4953

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Website

http://www.forsyth.k12.ga.us/Domain/3436

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:40 AM - 2:20 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:25 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Kelly Mill Elementary released information including enrollment information, school supply lists and family involvement events for the next school year. The school continues to support student success via academic preparation and enrichment programs that are designed. Staff are also working on smooth admin transitions and community outreach to make sure kids are set up for success for the upcoming school year.

FAQ

Q1. What do students feel about school life at Kelly Mill Elementary School?

Ans. Ans. Students spend their day in a friendly classroom where teachers keep lessons easy and everyone can follow along effortlessly.

Q2. What does a typical day of learning look like at Kelly Mill Elementary School?

Ans. A typical day comprises teacher-led lessons, group work and practice work that helps students better comprehend themes.

Q3. How do teachers at Kelly Mill Elementary School support students?

Ans. Teachers are very aware of how each student is doing and intervene with support when anything is challenging.

Q4. What do students do besides regular classroom lessons?

Ans. Students take part in school events and activities that give them a chance to learn in a more relaxed and enjoyable way.

Q5. How do parents stay involved with Kelly Mill Elementary School?

Ans. Parents stay connected through school updates and events where they can follow what their children are learning and doing at school.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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