Serving 611 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Crooked River Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Crooked River Elementary School serves the southeast part of Saint Marys, GA, covering an attendance area of approximately 182.2 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 15 to 20 minutes and distances to the zone's furthest edge reaching up to 21.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crooked River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Crooked River Elementary School's student population of 611 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
611 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1986
School Calendar
School Motto
Positive Attitudes Create Positive Outcomes.
School Rankings
Crooked River Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crooked River Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#388 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dolphin
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crooked River Elementary School's ranking?
Crooked River Elementary School is ranked #388 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Crooked River Elementary School often compared to?
Crooked River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sugarmill Elementary School, Mary Lee Clark Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Crooked River Elementary School?
611 students attend Crooked River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Crooked River Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crooked River Elementary School?
Crooked River Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crooked River Elementary School offer ?
Crooked River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crooked River Elementary School part of?
Crooked River Elementary School is part of Camden County School District.
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