Serving 843 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nebo Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 40% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower 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 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 843 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nebo Elementary School's student population of 843 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
843 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nebo 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 Nebo Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1108 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
22%
36%
White
56%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nebo Elementary School's ranking?
Nebo Elementary School is ranked #1108 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Nebo Elementary School often compared to?
Nebo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dallas Elementary School, Connie Dugan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Nebo Elementary School?
843 students attend Nebo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Nebo Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nebo Elementary School?
Nebo Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nebo Elementary School offer ?
Nebo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nebo Elementary School part of?
Nebo Elementary School is part of Paulding County School District.
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