Serving 243 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lindsey 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lindsey 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
Lindsey Elementary School's student population of 243 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lindsey Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lindsey Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1671 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
28%
18%
Black
62%
36%
White
5%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lindsey Elementary School's ranking?
Lindsey Elementary School is ranked #1671 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lindsey Elementary School often compared to?
Lindsey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northside Elementary School, Northside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lindsey Elementary School?
243 students attend Lindsey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Lindsey Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lindsey Elementary School?
Lindsey Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lindsey Elementary School offer ?
Lindsey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lindsey Elementary School part of?
Lindsey Elementary School is part of Houston County School District.
School Reviews
5 12/13/2010
As a former student, I found Lindsey a great school with high levels of parental evolvement in most case, great facilities, art&music activities, and academics. Their staff members are very nice and involved with the students.
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