Serving 831 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Claxton 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 16% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (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 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 831 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Claxton Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Claxton, GA, covering approximately 160 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 11.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Claxton Elementary School's student population of 831 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
831 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Claxton Elementary 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 Claxton Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1969 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claxton Elementary School's ranking?
Claxton Elementary School is ranked #1969 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Claxton Elementary School?
831 students attend Claxton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Claxton Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Claxton Elementary School?
Claxton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Claxton Elementary School offer ?
Claxton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Claxton Elementary School part of?
Claxton Elementary School is part of Evans County School District.
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