Serving 450 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Matthew Arthur Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 47% 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: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Matthew Arthur Elementary School serves the northeast part of Kathleen, GA, covering an area of approximately 9.6 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Matthew Arthur 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
Matthew Arthur Elementary School's student population of 450 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
450 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Matthew Arthur 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 Matthew Arthur Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#161 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
28%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
53%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-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 Matthew Arthur Elementary School's ranking?
Matthew Arthur Elementary School is ranked #161 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Matthew Arthur Elementary School often compared to?
Matthew Arthur Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kings Chapel Elementary School, Quail Run Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Matthew Arthur Elementary School?
450 students attend Matthew Arthur Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Matthew Arthur Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Matthew Arthur Elementary School?
Matthew Arthur Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Matthew Arthur Elementary School offer ?
Matthew Arthur Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Matthew Arthur Elementary School part of?
Matthew Arthur Elementary School is part of Houston County School District.
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