Serving 964 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Crisp County Primary 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 24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (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 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 964 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Crisp County Primary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Cordele, GA, encompassing approximately 281 square miles. The zone typically requires a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 10.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crisp County Primary School's student population of 964 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
964 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Graduating our future leaders tomorrow
School Rankings
Crisp County Primary 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 Crisp County Primary School is 0.58, 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
#1820 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
59%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crisp County Primary School's ranking?
Crisp County Primary School is ranked #1820 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Crisp County Primary School often compared to?
Crisp County Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lee County Primary School, Annie Belle Clark Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Crisp County Primary School?
964 students attend Crisp County Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Crisp County Primary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crisp County Primary School?
Crisp County Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crisp County Primary School offer ?
Crisp County Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crisp County Primary School part of?
Crisp County Primary School is part of Crisp County School District.
School Calendar
View the Crisp County Primary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day Grading Period
October 19, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day Grading Period, Early Release
December 18, 2026 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The teachers are excellent. The school facilities are nice. Great activities for the kids to get involved.
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