Serving 506 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sam D. Panter 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 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sam D. Panter Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Hiram, GA, covering an area of approximately 10 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sam D. Panter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Sam D. Panter Elementary School's student population of 506 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
506 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Sam D. Panter 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 Sam D. Panter Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#698 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
25%
36%
White
51%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sam D. Panter Elementary School's ranking?
Sam D. Panter Elementary School is ranked #698 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sam D. Panter Elementary School often compared to?
Sam D. Panter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hiram Elementary School, Bessie L. Baggett Elementary School, Nebo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Sam D. Panter Elementary School?
506 students attend Sam D. Panter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Sam D. Panter Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 16% 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 Sam D. Panter Elementary School?
Sam D. Panter Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sam D. Panter Elementary School offer ?
Sam D. Panter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sam D. Panter Elementary School part of?
Sam D. Panter Elementary School is part of Paulding County School District.
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