Serving 364 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Central Elementary/high 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 9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Elementary/High School serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Talbotton, GA, covering approximately 394.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Elementary/high School's student population of 364 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
364 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Determined to Achieve, Dedicated to Succeed
School Rankings
Central Elementary/high School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Elementary/high School is 0.20, 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
#2081 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
20%
Black
89%
36%
White
10%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary/high School's ranking?
Central Elementary/high School is ranked #2081 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Central Elementary/high School often compared to?
Central Elementary/high Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taylor County High School, Marion County Middle/high School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Elementary/high School?
The graduation rate of Central Elementary/high School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Central Elementary/high School?
364 students attend Central Elementary/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Central Elementary/high School students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary/high School?
Central Elementary/high School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Elementary/high School offer ?
Central Elementary/high School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary/high School part of?
Central Elementary/high School is part of Talbot County School District.
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