Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Patterson Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Patterson Elementary School serves the northeast part of Patterson, GA, covering an area of approximately 189.2 square miles. Families in this zone typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patterson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Patterson Elementary School's student population of 465 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Motto
Promoting Excellence as the Standard
School Rankings
Patterson Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patterson Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#150 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
6%
36%
White
80%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patterson Elementary School's ranking?
Patterson Elementary School is ranked #150 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Patterson Elementary School often compared to?
Patterson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blackshear Elementary School, Midway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Patterson Elementary School?
465 students attend Patterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Patterson Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patterson Elementary School?
Patterson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Patterson Elementary School offer ?
Patterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Patterson Elementary School part of?
Patterson Elementary School is part of Pierce County School District.
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