Serving 689 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sara Harp Minter Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 60% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% 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: 689 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Sara Harp Minter Elementary School serves the southeast part of Fayetteville, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 25.4 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sara Harp Minter 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
Sara Harp Minter Elementary School's student population of 689 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
689 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sara Harp Minter Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sara Harp Minter 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
#205 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
28%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
47%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-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 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-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 Sara Harp Minter Elementary School's ranking?
Sara Harp Minter Elementary School is ranked #205 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sara Harp Minter Elementary School often compared to?
Sara Harp Minter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Inman Elementary School, Spring Hill 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 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Sara Harp Minter Elementary School?
689 students attend Sara Harp Minter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Sara Harp Minter Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sara Harp Minter Elementary School?
Sara Harp Minter Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sara Harp Minter Elementary School offer ?
Sara Harp Minter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sara Harp Minter Elementary School part of?
Sara Harp Minter Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
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