Serving 863 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dewar Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 863 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dewar Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Dewar Elementary School's student population of 863 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
863 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dewar Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dewar Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#339 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
38%
36%
White
37%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Dewar Elementary School's ranking?
Dewar Elementary School is ranked #339 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dewar Elementary School often compared to?
Dewar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Dewar Elementary School?
863 students attend Dewar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Dewar Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dewar Elementary School?
Dewar Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dewar Elementary School offer ?
Dewar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dewar Elementary School part of?
Dewar Elementary School is part of Lowndes County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 04, 2025 (Monday)
Fall Break
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School/Early Release
May 20, 2026 (Wednesday)
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