Serving 678 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stark Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% 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: 678 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stark Elementary School serves the northeast part of Jackson, GA, covering an area of approximately 52 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 9.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stark Elementary School's student population of 678 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
678 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated to excellence in education
School Rankings
Stark 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 Stark Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#1377 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
maroon and tan
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stark Elementary School's ranking?
Stark Elementary School is ranked #1377 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Stark Elementary School?
678 students attend Stark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Stark Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stark Elementary School?
Stark Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stark Elementary School offer ?
Stark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stark Elementary School part of?
Stark Elementary School is part of Butts County School District.
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