Serving 467 students in grades 3-5, East Laurens Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 39% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Laurens Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in East Dublin, GA, encompassing approximately 802.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located nearly 29 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Laurens Elementary School's student population of 467 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
467 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
It's GREAT to be an East Laurens Falcon!
School Rankings
East Laurens Elementary 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 East Laurens Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1153 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
41%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
47%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
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)17.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
9%
5%
Showing 2006–2016. View full 18-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 East Laurens Elementary School's ranking?
East Laurens Elementary School is ranked #1153 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are East Laurens Elementary School often compared to?
East Laurens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Laurens Elementary School, Southwest Laurens Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend East Laurens Elementary School?
467 students attend East Laurens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of East Laurens Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Laurens Elementary School?
East Laurens Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Laurens Elementary School offer ?
East Laurens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Laurens Elementary School part of?
East Laurens Elementary School is part of Laurens County School District.
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