Serving 574 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J. L. Lomax 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 18% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 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: 574 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J. L. Lomax Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
J. L. Lomax Elementary School's student population of 574 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
574 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J. L. Lomax Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J. L. Lomax Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#1946 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
13%
18%
Black
83%
36%
White
2%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. L. Lomax Elementary School's ranking?
J. L. Lomax Elementary School is ranked #1946 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are J. L. Lomax Elementary School often compared to?
J. L. Lomax Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clyattville Elementary School, Moulton-branch Elementary School, Dewar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend J. L. Lomax Elementary School?
574 students attend J. L. Lomax Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of J. L. Lomax Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J. L. Lomax Elementary School?
J. L. Lomax Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does J. L. Lomax Elementary School offer ?
J. L. Lomax Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is J. L. Lomax Elementary School part of?
J. L. Lomax Elementary School is part of Valdosta City School District.
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