Serving 1,005 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Screven County Elementary 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 39% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% 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: 1,005 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Screven County Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Sylvania, GA, covering approximately 655.9 square miles. Families may expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 22.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Screven County Elementary School's student population of 1,005 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,005 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Screven County Elementary 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 Screven County Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1116 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
47%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Gamecocks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Screven County Elementary School's ranking?
Screven County Elementary School is ranked #1116 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Screven County Elementary School?
1,005 students attend Screven County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Screven County Elementary School students are Black, 43% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Screven County Elementary School?
Screven County Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Screven County Elementary School offer ?
Screven County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Screven County Elementary School part of?
Screven County Elementary School is part of Screven County School District.
School Calendar
View the Screven County Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 05, 2027 (Monday)
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