Serving 541 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Newton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 56% 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: 541 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Newton Elementary School's student population of 541 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Newton 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 East Newton Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#869 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
41%
36%
White
44%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Newton Elementary School's ranking?
East Newton Elementary School is ranked #869 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are East Newton Elementary School often compared to?
East Newton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mansfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend East Newton Elementary School?
541 students attend East Newton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of East Newton Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Newton Elementary School?
East Newton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Newton Elementary School offer ?
East Newton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is East Newton Elementary School part of?
East Newton Elementary School is part of Newton County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Early Release for Teacher Work Day/Last Day of School
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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