Serving 485 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Black's Mill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Black's Mill Elementary School's student population of 485 students has grown by 62% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Motto
Excellence
School Rankings
Black's Mill 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 Black's Mill Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#731 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
4%
36%
White
66%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black's Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Black's Mill Elementary School is ranked #731 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Black's Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Black's Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverview Elementary School, Kilough Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Black's Mill Elementary School?
485 students attend Black's Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Black's Mill Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Black's Mill Elementary School?
Black's Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Black's Mill Elementary School offer ?
Black's Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Black's Mill Elementary School part of?
Black's Mill Elementary School is part of Dawson County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of 2nd 9 Wks & 1st Semester
December 19, 2025 (Friday)
Spring Break - No School
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 21, 2026 (Thursday)
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