Serving 967 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Southwest Laurens 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 50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 32% 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: 967 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Southwest Laurens Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Rentz, GA, covering approximately 802.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 20-30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 13.2 miles and the furthest edge reaching 22.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwest Laurens Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Southwest Laurens Elementary School's student population of 967 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
967 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southwest Laurens 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 Southwest Laurens Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#637 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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)23%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
5%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Laurens Elementary School's ranking?
Southwest Laurens Elementary School is ranked #637 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Southwest Laurens Elementary School often compared to?
Southwest Laurens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Laurens Elementary School, East Laurens Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Southwest Laurens Elementary School?
967 students attend Southwest Laurens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Southwest Laurens Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwest Laurens Elementary School?
Southwest Laurens Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southwest Laurens Elementary School offer ?
Southwest Laurens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwest Laurens Elementary School part of?
Southwest Laurens Elementary School is part of Laurens County School District.
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