Serving 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jenkins-white Elementary 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jenkins-white Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jenkins-white Elementary School's student population of 434 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Every student, every day, that is the FPS way!
School Mascot
Eagle
School Rankings
Jenkins-white Elementary 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 Jenkins-white Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2172 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
94%
36%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jenkins-white Elementary School's ranking?
Jenkins-white Elementary School is ranked #2172 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Jenkins-white Elementary School often compared to?
Jenkins-white Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walker Traditional Elementary School, W.s. Hornsby Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Jenkins-white Elementary School?
434 students attend Jenkins-white Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Jenkins-white Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jenkins-white Elementary School?
Jenkins-white Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jenkins-white Elementary School offer ?
Jenkins-white Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jenkins-white Elementary School part of?
Jenkins-white Elementary School is part of Richmond County School District.
In what neighborhood is Jenkins-white Elementary School located?
Jenkins-white Elementary School is located in the South Turpin Hill neighborhood of Augusta, GA. There are 2 other public schools located in South Turpin Hill.
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