Hand In Hand Primary serves 712 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Attendance Zone: Hand In Hand Primary's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Thomasville, GA, encompassing approximately 537.1 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 20.2 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hand In Hand Primary's student population of 712 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
712 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
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School Rankings
The diversity score of Hand In Hand Primary is 0.64, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
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American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
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Hispanic
9%
20%
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Black
33%
36%
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White
50%
34%
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Two or more races
5%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 20-year historical data
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, Garrison-pilcher Elementary School, Cross Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Hand In Hand Primary?
712 students attend Hand In Hand Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Hand In Hand Primary students are White, 33% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hand In Hand Primary?
Hand In Hand Primary has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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