Serving 708 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jerger Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher 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 38% 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: 708 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Jerger Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Thomasville, GA, encompassing approximately 15.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jerger Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jerger Elementary School's student population of 708 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
708 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jerger Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jerger Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#219 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jerger Elementary School's ranking?
Jerger Elementary School is ranked #219 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Jerger Elementary School often compared to?
Jerger Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hand In Hand Primary, Harper Elementary School, Cross Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Jerger Elementary School?
708 students attend Jerger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Jerger Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jerger Elementary School?
Jerger Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jerger Elementary School offer ?
Jerger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jerger Elementary School part of?
Jerger Elementary School is part of Thomasville City School District.
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