Serving 568 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Martha Rawls Smith 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 27% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% 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: 568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School's student population of 568 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Martha Rawls Smith 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 Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1079 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
15%
18%
Black
32%
36%
White
45%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
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 Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School is ranked #1079 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Martha Rawls Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bacon Elementary School, Jesup 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 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School?
568 students attend Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School?
Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School offer ?
Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School part of?
Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School is part of Wayne County School District.
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