Serving 711 students in grades 3-5, Jeff Davis Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 711 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jeff Davis Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Hazlehurst, GA, encompassing approximately 335.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.2 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 18.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jeff Davis Elementary School's student population of 711 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
711 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Jeff Davis Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jeff Davis Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#965 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Yellow and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jeff Davis Elementary School's ranking?
Jeff Davis Elementary School is ranked #965 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Jeff Davis Elementary School?
711 students attend Jeff Davis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Jeff Davis Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jeff Davis Elementary School?
Jeff Davis Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jeff Davis Elementary School offer ?
Jeff Davis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jeff Davis Elementary School part of?
Jeff Davis Elementary School is part of Jeff Davis County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
NO SCHOOL - Spring Break
April 05, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Early Release
May 26, 2027 (Wednesday)
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