Serving 772 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Saddle Ridge Elementary And Middle 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 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 772 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Saddle Ridge Elementary and Middle School serves the northeastern part of Rock Spring, GA, covering an area of approximately 66.2 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.5 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Saddle Ridge Elementary And Middle School's student population of 772 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
772 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.
School Rankings
Saddle Ridge Elementary And Middle 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 Saddle Ridge Elementary And Middle School is 0.21, 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
#1146 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
2%
36%
White
89%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saddle Ridge Elementary And Middle School's ranking?
Saddle Ridge Elementary And Middle School is ranked #1146 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Saddle Ridge Elementary And Middle School often compared to?
Saddle Ridge Elementary And Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chickamauga Elementary School, Rock Spring Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Saddle Ridge Elementary And Middle School?
772 students attend Saddle Ridge Elementary And Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Saddle Ridge Elementary And Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saddle Ridge Elementary And Middle School?
Saddle Ridge Elementary And Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Saddle Ridge Elementary And Middle School offer ?
Saddle Ridge Elementary And Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saddle Ridge Elementary And Middle School part of?
Saddle Ridge Elementary And Middle School is part of Walker County School District.
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