Serving 512 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kay Road 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 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kay Road Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in Byron, GA, covering an area of approximately 65.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located up to 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kay Road Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Kay Road Elementary School's student population of 512 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
512 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Kay Road 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 Kay Road Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#939 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
46%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)18.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-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 Kay Road Elementary School's ranking?
Kay Road Elementary School is ranked #939 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Kay Road Elementary School often compared to?
Kay Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Byron Elementary School, Hunt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Kay Road Elementary School?
512 students attend Kay Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Kay Road Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kay Road Elementary School?
Kay Road Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kay Road Elementary School offer ?
Kay Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kay Road Elementary School part of?
Kay Road Elementary School is part of Peach County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School for Students
May 26, 2027 (Wednesday)
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