Serving 363 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ruskin Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ruskin Elementary School serves the southern part of Waycross, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 503.1 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 21.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 43.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ruskin Elementary School's student population of 363 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
363 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Minds. Shaping Futures. WE ARE WARE!
School Rankings
Ruskin 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 Ruskin Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#780 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-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 Ruskin Elementary School's ranking?
Ruskin Elementary School is ranked #780 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Ruskin Elementary School often compared to?
Ruskin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wacona Elementary School, Williams Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Ruskin Elementary School?
363 students attend Ruskin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Ruskin Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruskin Elementary School?
Ruskin Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ruskin Elementary School offer ?
Ruskin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ruskin Elementary School part of?
Ruskin Elementary School is part of Ware County School District.
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