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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 967 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Southwest Laurens Elementary School's student population of 967 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
967 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southwest Laurens Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest Laurens Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#560 out of 2168 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
18%
Black
20%
36%
White
71%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #560 out of 2,168 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 36% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
71% of Southwest Laurens Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 5% 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 15:1, which is higher than 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
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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