Serving 467 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, Pepperell Primary ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 79%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 94%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pepperell Primary's student population of 467 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pepperell Primary is 0.36, 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)
(13-14)75-79%
79%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)≥95%
94%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
5%
36%
White
79%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
4%
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 Pepperell Primary often compared to?
Pepperell Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Model Elementary School, Anna K. Davie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 79% GA state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 94% GA state average).
How many students attend Pepperell Primary?
467 students attend Pepperell Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Pepperell Primary students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pepperell Primary?
Pepperell Primary has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pepperell Primary offer ?
Pepperell Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Pepperell Primary part of?
Pepperell Primary is part of Floyd County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
FCS Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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