South Effingham Elementary School

767 Kolic Helmey Rd
Guyton, GA 31312
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 5%
Serving 1,098 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Effingham Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 1,098 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : Top 5% in GA
  • : 72% (Top 5%)
  • : 63% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

South Effingham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

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School Overview

South Effingham Elementary School's student population of 1,098 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,098 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
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School Rankings

South Effingham Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Effingham Elementary School is 0.52, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (GA)
#99 out of 2168 schools
(Top 5%)
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72%
36%
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63%
39%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
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Hispanic
12%
18%
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Black
13%
36%
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White
67%
37%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
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0.52
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
53%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Effingham Elementary School's ranking?
South Effingham Elementary School is ranked #99 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are South Effingham Elementary School often compared to?
South Effingham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rincon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend South Effingham Elementary School?
1,098 students attend South Effingham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of South Effingham Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Effingham Elementary School?
South Effingham Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Effingham Elementary School offer ?
South Effingham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is South Effingham Elementary School part of?
South Effingham Elementary School is part of Effingham County School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 1,098 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 72% (Top 5%)
  • : 63% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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