Serving 601 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dames Ferry Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dames Ferry Elementary School's student population of 601 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dames Ferry Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dames Ferry Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#690 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
18%
Black
13%
36%
White
81%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dames Ferry Elementary School's ranking?
Dames Ferry Elementary School is ranked #690 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dames Ferry Elementary School often compared to?
Dames Ferry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gray Elementary School, Turner Woods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Dames Ferry Elementary School?
601 students attend Dames Ferry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Dames Ferry Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dames Ferry Elementary School?
Dames Ferry Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dames Ferry Elementary School offer ?
Dames Ferry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dames Ferry Elementary School part of?
Dames Ferry Elementary School is part of Jones County School District.
School Reviews
5 1/16/2008
Dames Ferry or DFE is a wonderful school with wonderful teachers and school they have a lot of new stuff this year like their DFE cheerleaders ,their choirs,and their drama club. i suggest if your in the jones county subdavision i would suggest Dames Ferry Elementary.
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