Serving 976 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ebenezer 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 62% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 976 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ebenezer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ebenezer Elementary School's student population of 976 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
976 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Rankings
Ebenezer Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ebenezer Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#249 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
14%
36%
White
68%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Ebenezer Elementary School's ranking?
Ebenezer Elementary School is ranked #249 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Ebenezer Elementary School often compared to?
Ebenezer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guyton Elementary School, Blandford Elementary School, Rincon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Ebenezer Elementary School?
976 students attend Ebenezer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Ebenezer Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ebenezer Elementary School?
Ebenezer Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ebenezer Elementary School offer ?
Ebenezer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ebenezer Elementary School part of?
Ebenezer Elementary School is part of Effingham County School District.
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