Hand In Hand Primary serves 704 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hand In Hand Primary's student population of 704 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
704 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hand In Hand Primary is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
18%
Black
35%
36%
White
53%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hand In Hand Primary often compared to?
Hand In Hand Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Jerger Elementary School, Cross Creek Elementary School, Garrison-pilcher Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Hand In Hand Primary?
704 students attend Hand In Hand Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Hand In Hand Primary students are White, 35% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hand In Hand Primary?
Hand In Hand Primary has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hand In Hand Primary offer ?
Hand In Hand Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Hand In Hand Primary part of?
Hand In Hand Primary is part of Thomas County School District.
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