Serving 598 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Colham Ferry Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher 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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colham Ferry Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Colham Ferry Elementary School's student population of 598 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
598 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Colham Ferry Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colham Ferry Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#72 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
1%
36%
White
87%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Colham Ferry Elementary School's ranking?
Colham Ferry Elementary School is ranked #72 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Colham Ferry Elementary School often compared to?
Colham Ferry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oconee County Primary School, Rocky Branch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Colham Ferry Elementary School?
598 students attend Colham Ferry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Colham Ferry Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colham Ferry Elementary School?
Colham Ferry Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Colham Ferry Elementary School offer ?
Colham Ferry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Colham Ferry Elementary School part of?
Colham Ferry Elementary School is part of Oconee County School District.
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