Serving 576 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rocky Plains 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 19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (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 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rocky Plains Elementary School is located in the southern part of Covington, GA, serving an attendance area of approximately 27.4 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rocky Plains Elementary School's student population of 576 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
576 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Rankings
Rocky Plains Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rocky Plains Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1836 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
47%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
33%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
4%
Showing 2012–2021. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rocky Plains Elementary School's ranking?
Rocky Plains Elementary School is ranked #1836 out of 2,192 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Rocky Plains Elementary School?
576 students attend Rocky Plains Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Rocky Plains Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rocky Plains Elementary School?
Rocky Plains Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rocky Plains Elementary School offer ?
Rocky Plains Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rocky Plains Elementary School part of?
Rocky Plains Elementary School is part of Newton County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break Nov 23-Nov 27
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
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