Serving 785 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Annie Belle Clark Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Annie Belle Clark Primary School serves the southern part of Tifton, GA, covering an area of approximately 105.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.9 miles to its edges and a maximum distance of 11.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Annie Belle Clark Elementary School's student population of 785 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
785 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Annie Belle Clark Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Annie Belle Clark Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#721 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
38%
36%
White
43%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Annie Belle Clark Elementary School's ranking?
Annie Belle Clark Elementary School is ranked #721 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Annie Belle Clark Elementary School often compared to?
Annie Belle Clark Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Len Lastinger Elementary School, Matt Wilson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Annie Belle Clark Elementary School?
785 students attend Annie Belle Clark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Annie Belle Clark Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Annie Belle Clark Elementary School?
Annie Belle Clark Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Annie Belle Clark Elementary School offer ?
Annie Belle Clark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Annie Belle Clark Elementary School part of?
Annie Belle Clark Elementary School is part of Tift County School District.
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