Summary:
Zip code 31805 is home to a single elementary school, Chattahoochee County Education Center, which serves grades PK through 5 in Cusseta, GA, within the Chattahoochee County district.
For parents considering this school, the most encouraging signs are its strong attendance culture and small class sizes. Chronic absenteeism sits at just 4.1%, far better than the 17.7% state average, and the student-to-teacher ratio of 12.2:1 allows for more individualized attention. The school also invests heavily in its students, spending $17,615 per pupil, which is well above typical Georgia levels. Nearly 95% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch, indicating a very high-need population. However, academic performance tells a more concerning story. The school has slipped in state rankings over three years, from the 61st percentile in 2023-2024 to the 42nd percentile in 2025-2026. The most dramatic decline is in 5th grade math, which fell from 46.2% proficiency (above the state average) to 34.0% (10 points below) in just one year. Similarly, 5th grade science dropped from an impressive 56.4% to 38.3%, reversing from well above to below the state average.
Looking at specific subjects, 4th grade math is a persistent weakness, hovering around 32-35% proficiency—roughly 15-17 points below the state. English Language Arts scores from 2024-2025 (the most recent available) show the school trailing the state by 3 to 10 points depending on grade, with 4th grade showing the largest gap at 29.4% versus 39.3% statewide. The school's low absenteeism and favorable class sizes suggest a supportive environment, but the recent downward trend in upper elementary math and science warrants attention. Parents should watch whether the school can translate its strong attendance and resource investment into improved test scores in the coming years.
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