Serving 524 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cox 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 19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cox Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Cox Elementary School's student population of 524 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cox Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cox Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1719 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
43%
18%
Black
47%
36%
White
8%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cox Elementary School's ranking?
Cox Elementary School is ranked #1719 out of 2,168 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Cox Elementary School?
524 students attend Cox Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Cox Elementary School students are Black, 43% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cox Elementary School?
Cox Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cox Elementary School offer ?
Cox Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cox Elementary School part of?
Cox Elementary School is part of Colquitt County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
May 17, 2024 (Friday)
Schools & Offices Closed for Fall Break
October 17, 2024 (Thursday)
Schools & Offices Closed for Fall Break
October 21, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break (All Schools & Offices Closed)
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
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