Serving 439 students in grades 3-5, Pearl Stephens 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 36% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pearl Stephens Elementary School's student population of 439 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pearl Stephens 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 Pearl Stephens Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#1165 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
65%
36%
White
9%
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
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
7%
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 Pearl Stephens Elementary School's ranking?
Pearl Stephens Elementary School is ranked #1165 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Pearl Stephens Elementary School often compared to?
Pearl Stephens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Pearl Stephens Elementary School?
439 students attend Pearl Stephens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Pearl Stephens Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pearl Stephens Elementary School?
Pearl Stephens Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pearl Stephens Elementary School offer ?
Pearl Stephens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pearl Stephens Elementary School part of?
Pearl Stephens Elementary School is part of Houston County School District.
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