Serving 722 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Heard Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Heard Elementary School's student population of 722 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
722 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heard Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heard Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#478 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
8%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
81%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heard Elementary School's ranking?
Heard Elementary School is ranked #478 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Heard Elementary School often compared to?
Heard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heard County High School, Heard County Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Heard Elementary School?
722 students attend Heard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Heard Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heard Elementary School?
Heard Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heard Elementary School offer ?
Heard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heard Elementary School part of?
Heard Elementary School is part of Heard County School District.
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