Serving 335 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Moore 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower 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 99% 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: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Moore Elementary School serves the eastern portion of Griffin, GA, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moore Elementary School's student population of 335 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Moore Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moore Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#2129 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Black
89%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
1%
34%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
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)49.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
4%
Showing 2012–2021. View full 23-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 Moore Elementary School's ranking?
Moore Elementary School is ranked #2129 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Moore Elementary School?
335 students attend Moore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Moore Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moore Elementary School?
Moore Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Moore Elementary School offer ?
Moore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moore Elementary School part of?
Moore Elementary School is part of Griffin-Spalding County School District.
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