Serving 521 students in grades 3-5, Oglethorpe County Elementary School ranks in the top 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 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oglethorpe County Elementary School serves the entire district of Lexington, GA, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 442 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.8 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 19.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oglethorpe County Elementary School's student population of 521 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
521 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
“Excellence for every student, every day!”
School Rankings
Oglethorpe County Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oglethorpe County Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#983 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
12%
36%
White
66%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oglethorpe County Elementary School's ranking?
Oglethorpe County Elementary School is ranked #983 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Oglethorpe County Elementary School?
521 students attend Oglethorpe County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Oglethorpe County Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oglethorpe County Elementary School?
Oglethorpe County Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oglethorpe County Elementary School offer ?
Oglethorpe County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oglethorpe County Elementary School part of?
Oglethorpe County Elementary School is part of Oglethorpe County School District.
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