Serving 641 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Echols County Elementary/middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 38% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than 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 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 641 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Echols County Elementary/middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Echols County Elementary/middle School's student population of 641 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
641 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Echols County Elementary/middle 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 Echols County Elementary/middle School is 0.54, 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
#627 out of 2168 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
47%
18%
Black
3%
36%
White
49%
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
85%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
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 Echols County Elementary/middle School's ranking?
Echols County Elementary/middle School is ranked #627 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Echols County Elementary/middle School?
641 students attend Echols County Elementary/middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Echols County Elementary/middle School students are White, 47% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Echols County Elementary/middle School?
Echols County Elementary/middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Echols County Elementary/middle School offer ?
Echols County Elementary/middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Echols County Elementary/middle School part of?
Echols County Elementary/middle School is part of Echols County School District.
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