Serving 996 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hesse School ranks in the bottom 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 30% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 996 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hesse School serves the southeast part of Savannah, GA, covering an area of approximately 65.6 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 11.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hesse School's student population of 996 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
996 students
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hesse 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 Hesse School is 0.70, 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
#1445 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
35%
20%
Black
22%
36%
White
36%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hesse School's ranking?
Hesse School is ranked #1445 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Hesse School often compared to?
Hesse Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Isle Of Hope School, Ellis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Hesse School?
996 students attend Hesse School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Hesse School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 4% 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 Hesse School?
Hesse School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hesse School offer ?
Hesse School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hesse School part of?
Hesse School is part of Savannah-Chatham County School District.
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