Serving 735 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eastside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower 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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 735 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eastside Elementary School serves the southeast part of Cairo, GA, covering an area of approximately 147.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 15.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eastside Elementary School's student population of 735 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
735 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eastside 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 Eastside 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
#1392 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
46%
20%
Black
31%
36%
White
20%
34%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastside Elementary School's ranking?
Eastside Elementary School is ranked #1392 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Eastside Elementary School often compared to?
Eastside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southside Elementary School, Whigham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Eastside Elementary School?
735 students attend Eastside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Eastside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastside Elementary School?
Eastside Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eastside Elementary School offer ?
Eastside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastside Elementary School part of?
Eastside Elementary School is part of Grady County School District.
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