Serving 633 students in grades 3-5, Elbert County 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 41% (which is higher 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 14:1 is equal to 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: 633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elbert County Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Elberton, GA, covering approximately 374.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes, with an average distance of 12.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 21.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elbert County Elementary School's student population of 633 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
633 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elbert County 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 Elbert County Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1256 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
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 Elbert County Elementary School's ranking?
Elbert County Elementary School is ranked #1256 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% 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 Elbert County Elementary School?
633 students attend Elbert County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Elbert County Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 12% 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 Elbert County Elementary School?
Elbert County Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elbert County Elementary School offer ?
Elbert County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elbert County Elementary School part of?
Elbert County Elementary School is part of Elbert County School District.
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