Serving 642 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oak Hill 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 27% (which is lower 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 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oak Hill Elementary School's student population of 642 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
642 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oak Hill 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 Oak Hill Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1372 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
58%
36%
White
19%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
13%
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 Oak Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Hill Elementary School is ranked #1372 out of 2,204 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?
27% 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 Oak Hill Elementary School?
642 students attend Oak Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Oak Hill Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Hill Elementary School?
Oak Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oak Hill Elementary School offer ?
Oak Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Hill Elementary School part of?
Oak Hill Elementary School is part of Newton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Oak Hill Elementary School located?
Oak Hill Elementary School is located in the Oak Hill neighborhood of Covington, GA.
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