Serving 143 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clay County 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 143 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clay County Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Fort Gaines, GA, covering approximately 217.2 square miles. Families in the area can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.8 miles to the edge of the zone and the furthest boundary located 15.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clay County Elementary School's student population of 143 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
143 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Clay County 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 Clay County Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#1610 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
96%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
34%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clay County Elementary School's ranking?
Clay County Elementary School is ranked #1610 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Clay County Elementary School?
143 students attend Clay County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Clay County Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clay County Elementary School?
Clay County Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clay County Elementary School offer ?
Clay County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clay County Elementary School part of?
Clay County Elementary School is part of Clay County School District.
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