Serving 581 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tara Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tara Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Tara Elementary School's student population of 581 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
581 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tara Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tara Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#1939 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
30%
18%
Black
66%
36%
White
2%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
7%
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 Tara Elementary School's ranking?
Tara Elementary School is ranked #1939 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Tara Elementary School often compared to?
Tara Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thurgood Marshall Elementary School, Swint Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Tara Elementary School?
581 students attend Tara Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Tara Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tara Elementary School?
Tara Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tara Elementary School offer ?
Tara Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Tara Elementary School part of?
Tara Elementary School is part of Clayton County School District.
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