Serving 637 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary School ranks in the top 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 43% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher 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 34% 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: 637 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary serves the western part of Rockmart, GA, covering an area of approximately 33.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary School's student population of 637 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
637 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sara M. Ragsdale 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 Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#693 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary School's ranking?
Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary School is ranked #693 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary School often compared to?
Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary School?
637 students attend Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary School?
Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary School offer ?
Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary School part of?
Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary School is part of Paulding County School District.
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