Serving 1,033 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rincon Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 49% 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: 1,033 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Rincon Elementary School serves the southeast part of Rincon, GA, covering an area of approximately 8.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rincon 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
Rincon Elementary School's student population of 1,033 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,033 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Make every moment count because every student matters.
School Rankings
Rincon Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rincon Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#241 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
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 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
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)13.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Rincon Elementary School's ranking?
Rincon Elementary School is ranked #241 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Rincon Elementary School often compared to?
Rincon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ebenezer Elementary School, South Effingham Elementary School, Marlow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Rincon Elementary School?
1,033 students attend Rincon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Rincon Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rincon Elementary School?
Rincon Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rincon Elementary School offer ?
Rincon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rincon Elementary School part of?
Rincon Elementary School is part of Effingham County School District.
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