Serving 889 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northwest Laurens Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 38% 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: 889 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwest Laurens Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Dudley, GA, covering approximately 802.4 square miles. Families may typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 15.3 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 26.5 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest Laurens Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Northwest Laurens Elementary School's student population of 889 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
889 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northwest Laurens 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 Northwest Laurens Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#446 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Laurens Elementary School's ranking?
Northwest Laurens Elementary School is ranked #446 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Northwest Laurens Elementary School often compared to?
Northwest Laurens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southwest Laurens Elementary School, East Laurens Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Northwest Laurens Elementary School?
889 students attend Northwest Laurens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Northwest Laurens Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest Laurens Elementary School?
Northwest Laurens Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwest Laurens Elementary School offer ?
Northwest Laurens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwest Laurens Elementary School part of?
Northwest Laurens Elementary School is part of Laurens County School District.
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