Serving 735 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Irwin County Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 43% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: 735 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irwin County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Irwin County Elementary School's student population of 735 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
735 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Irwin County Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irwin County Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#628 out of 2168 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
18%
Black
33%
36%
White
58%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
6%
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 Irwin County Elementary School's ranking?
Irwin County Elementary School is ranked #628 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Irwin County Elementary School?
735 students attend Irwin County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Irwin County Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irwin County Elementary School?
Irwin County Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Irwin County Elementary School offer ?
Irwin County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Irwin County Elementary School part of?
Irwin County Elementary School is part of Irwin County School District.
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