Serving 416 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Colbert 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colbert Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Colbert Elementary School's student population of 416 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Colbert Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colbert Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#789 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
16%
18%
Black
14%
36%
White
61%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colbert Elementary School's ranking?
Colbert Elementary School is ranked #789 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Colbert Elementary School often compared to?
Colbert Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hull-sanford Elementary School, Danielsville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Colbert Elementary School?
416 students attend Colbert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Colbert Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colbert Elementary School?
Colbert Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Colbert Elementary School offer ?
Colbert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Colbert Elementary School part of?
Colbert Elementary School is part of Madison County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Early Release/ Last Day
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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