Serving 873 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lake Oconee Charter ranks in the top 20% 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 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 873 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Oconee Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Oconee Charter's student population of 873 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
873 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Citizenship, Scholarship, and Community
School Rankings
Lake Oconee Charter ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Oconee Charter is 0.51, 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
#349 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Oconee Charter's ranking?
Lake Oconee Charter is ranked #349 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lake Oconee Charter often compared to?
Lake Oconee Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Greene County High School, Greene County Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lake Oconee Charter?
873 students attend Lake Oconee Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lake Oconee Charter students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Oconee Charter?
Lake Oconee Charter has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Oconee Charter offer ?
Lake Oconee Charter offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Oconee Charter part of?
Lake Oconee Charter is part of Greene County School District.
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