Serving 545 students in grades Prekindergarten-2,
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Math Proficiency: 16%
- Reading Proficiency: 22%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Port Wentworth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Port Wentworth Elementary School's student population of 545 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Port Wentworth Elementary School is 0.64, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)16%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)22%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
21%
18%
Black
53%
36%
White
19%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 schools are Port Wentworth Elementary School often compared to?
Port Wentworth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shuman Elementary School, Isle Of Hope School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% GA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Port Wentworth Elementary School?
545 students attend Port Wentworth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Port Wentworth Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Port Wentworth Elementary School?
Port Wentworth Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Port Wentworth Elementary School offer ?
Port Wentworth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Port Wentworth Elementary School part of?
Port Wentworth Elementary School is part of Savannah-Chatham County School District.
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