Serving 534 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, High Shoals Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Shoals Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
High Shoals Elementary School's student population of 534 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
High Shoals Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High Shoals Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#43 out of 2168 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
2%
36%
White
86%
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
16%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High Shoals Elementary School's ranking?
High Shoals Elementary School is ranked #43 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are High Shoals Elementary School often compared to?
High Shoals Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rocky Branch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend High Shoals Elementary School?
534 students attend High Shoals Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of High Shoals Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of High Shoals Elementary School?
High Shoals Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does High Shoals Elementary School offer ?
High Shoals Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is High Shoals Elementary School part of?
High Shoals Elementary School is part of Oconee County School District.
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