Long Branch Elementary School

4518 Highway 52 E
Dahlonega, GA 30533
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8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 403 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Long Branch Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 43% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 403 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 30% in GA
  • : 43% (Top 50%)
  • : 50% (Top 30%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Long Branch Elementary School's student population of 403 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
403 students

Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data

Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data

School Calendar
School Motto
Where Learning Builds Exceptional Students

School Rankings

Long Branch Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Long Branch Elementary School is 0.24, 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.
This School
State Level (GA)
#622 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

43%
39%

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

50%
40%

Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data

20-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1

Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%

Showing 2002–2025. View full 32-year historical data

Hispanic
7%
20%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data

Black
2%
36%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data

White
87%
34%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data

Two or more races
2%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data

All Ethnic Groups
13%
0.24

Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data

(22-23)
21.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
63%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Long Branch Elementary School's ranking?
Long Branch Elementary School is ranked #622 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Long Branch Elementary School often compared to?
Long Branch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cottrell Elementary School, Blackburn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Long Branch Elementary School?
403 students attend Long Branch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Long Branch Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Long Branch Elementary School?
Long Branch Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Long Branch Elementary School offer ?
Long Branch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Long Branch Elementary School part of?
Long Branch Elementary School is part of Lumpkin County School District.

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5   10/10/2025
Great school and teachers!!!!!!
- Posted by Parent - lopez

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 403 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 43% (Top 50%)
  • : 50% (Top 30%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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