Sharon Elementary School

Sharon Elementary School instructs about 733 students in grades Pre-K through 5, supported by about 52 full-time equivalent faculty and one full-time counselor. The about 14:1 student-faculty ratio is slightly more refined than the district norm. On state tests, 61% of students test at or above proficiency in mathematics, and 50% test at or above the reading proficiency level, placing the school in the state's top 20% of elementary schools. About 45% of students are a minority group, with Hispanic students as the largest subgroup; about 38% of students are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, which reflects a moderate degree of economic diversity. Gender is fairly balanced, and certified staff include teachers with both experience and training, many of whom specialize in gifted studies and inclusive support. Median home prices in the surrounding Suwanee neighborhood typically fall in the range of $490,000, which reflects a solid, family-oriented community. Sharon Elementary is also well-known for blending solid academics with a caring, inclusive atmosphere where students are supported academically and socially.