Serving 727 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dade Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Dade Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Trenton, GA school district, encompassing approximately 174.2 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 17.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dade Elementary School's student population of 727 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
727 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Reaching Greatness Together
School Rankings
Dade Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dade Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#640 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
1%
36%
White
89%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dade Elementary School's ranking?
Dade Elementary School is ranked #640 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dade Elementary School often compared to?
Dade Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Davis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Dade Elementary School?
727 students attend Dade Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Dade Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dade Elementary School?
Dade Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dade Elementary School offer ?
Dade Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dade Elementary School part of?
Dade Elementary School is part of Dade County School District.
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