Serving 565 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shirley Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Shirley Hills Elementary School serves the northern part of Warner Robins, GA, covering an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Most students live within a 1.5-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge being 2.4 miles away, allowing for a typical drive of 5-10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shirley Hills Elementary School's student population of 565 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
565 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shirley Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shirley Hills Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#539 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
51%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
29%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
13%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. View full 17-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 Shirley Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Shirley Hills Elementary School is ranked #539 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Shirley Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Shirley Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miller Elementary School, Lake Joy Primary School, Quail Run Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Shirley Hills Elementary School?
565 students attend Shirley Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Shirley Hills Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shirley Hills Elementary School?
Shirley Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shirley Hills Elementary School offer ?
Shirley Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shirley Hills Elementary School part of?
Shirley Hills Elementary School is part of Houston County School District.
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