Serving 472 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Double Churches Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Double Churches Elementary School serves the northwest part of Columbus, GA, covering an area of approximately 5.4 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the nearest zone edge and a maximum distance of 3 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Double Churches Elementary School's student population of 472 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
472 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Double Churches Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Double Churches Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#957 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
35%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
40%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Double Churches Elementary School's ranking?
Double Churches Elementary School is ranked #957 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Double Churches Elementary School often compared to?
Double Churches Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Columbus Elementary School, Eagle Ridge Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Double Churches Elementary School?
472 students attend Double Churches Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Double Churches Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Double Churches Elementary School?
Double Churches Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Double Churches Elementary School offer ?
Double Churches Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Double Churches Elementary School part of?
Double Churches Elementary School is part of Muscogee County School District.
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