Serving 419 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ellis Elementary School ranks in the top 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 28% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ellis Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Savannah, GA, encompassing approximately 632.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 23.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ellis Elementary School's student population of 419 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Ellis 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 Ellis 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
#1041 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
32%
36%
White
49%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellis Elementary School's ranking?
Ellis Elementary School is ranked #1041 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Ellis Elementary School often compared to?
Ellis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Esther F. Garrison School For The Arts, Jacob G. Smith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Ellis Elementary School?
419 students attend Ellis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Ellis Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ellis Elementary School?
Ellis Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ellis Elementary School offer ?
Ellis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ellis Elementary School part of?
Ellis Elementary School is part of Savannah-Chatham County School District.
In what neighborhood is Ellis Elementary School located?
Ellis Elementary School is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Savannah, GA. There are 9 other public schools located in Midtown.
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