Sylvandale Elementary School serves 282 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Minority enrollment was 94% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
282 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
19%
Black
94%
36%
White
6%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Sylvandale Elementary School?
282 students attend Sylvandale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Sylvandale Elementary School students are Black, and 6% of students are White.
What grades does Sylvandale Elementary School offer ?
Sylvandale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sylvandale Elementary School part of?
Sylvandale Elementary School is part of Dougherty County School District.
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