Serving 765 students in grades 2-3, Smiley 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 bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 765 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Math Proficiency: 45%
- Reading Proficiency: 35%
- Attendance Zone: Smiley Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Ludowici, GA, encompassing approximately 360 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 10.5 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 18.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smiley Elementary School's student population of 765 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
765 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Smiley Elementary School is 0.71, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)45%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)35%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
20%
20%
Black
27%
36%
White
42%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.9%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% GA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% GA state average).
How many students attend Smiley Elementary School?
765 students attend Smiley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Smiley Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smiley Elementary School?
Smiley Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smiley Elementary School offer ?
Smiley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smiley Elementary School part of?
Smiley Elementary School is part of Long County School District.
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