Serving 817 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Statham 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 28% (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 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 817 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Statham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Statham Elementary School's student population of 817 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
817 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1906
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Statham 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 Statham Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1497 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
17%
36%
White
50%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Statham Elementary School's ranking?
Statham Elementary School is ranked #1497 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Statham Elementary School often compared to?
Statham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holsenbeck Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% 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 Statham Elementary School?
817 students attend Statham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Statham Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Statham Elementary School?
Statham Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Statham Elementary School offer ?
Statham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Statham Elementary School part of?
Statham Elementary School is part of Barrow County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break - No School
October 06, 2025 (Monday)
Fall Break
October 06, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
First Day Back after Break
January 06, 2026 (Tuesday)
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