Serving 772 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 61% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 772 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Sara Harp Minter Elementary School's student population of 772 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
772 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sara Harp Minter Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sara Harp Minter Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#157 out of 2168 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
22%
36%
White
52%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
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 #157 out of 2,168 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 Spring Hill Elementary School, Inman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Sara Harp Minter Elementary School?
772 students attend Sara Harp Minter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Sara Harp Minter Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% 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
What school district is Sara Harp Minter Elementary School part of?
Sara Harp Minter Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of School
August 05, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break for Students
October 14, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of Semester
December 20, 2024 (Friday)
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