Serving 493 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hightower Trail Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hightower Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Hightower Trail Elementary School's student population of 493 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hightower Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hightower Trail Elementary School is 0.59, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1049 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
18%
18%
Black
60%
36%
White
15%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hightower Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Hightower Trail Elementary School is ranked #1049 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Hightower Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Hightower Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flat Shoals Elementary School, Honey Creek Elementary School, Peek's Chapel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Hightower Trail Elementary School?
493 students attend Hightower Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Hightower Trail Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hightower Trail Elementary School?
Hightower Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hightower Trail Elementary School offer ?
Hightower Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hightower Trail Elementary School part of?
Hightower Trail Elementary School is part of Rockdale County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break - No School
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 4/27/2011
Excellent school with very involved and professional principal. Activities are VERY organized, excellent communication keeping parents in the loop. The staff is great, school is clean. I will be very sad when my daughter has to leave for middle school next year. This school takes pride in being top notch. They do so much for the children with field trips, extracurricular activities, award ceremonies each quarter. I love this school and so do my children. I'm very thankful this school was a part of their childhood and development. I couldn't ask for a better school.
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