Serving 528 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tolbert Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Tolbert Elementary School serves the northwest part of Resaca, GA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 53 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located up to 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tolbert Elementary School's student population of 528 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
528 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tolbert Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tolbert Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#1066 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)19.9%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tolbert Elementary School's ranking?
Tolbert Elementary School is ranked #1066 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Tolbert Elementary School often compared to?
Tolbert Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Bud Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Tolbert Elementary School?
528 students attend Tolbert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Tolbert Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tolbert Elementary School?
Tolbert Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tolbert Elementary School offer ?
Tolbert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tolbert Elementary School part of?
Tolbert Elementary School is part of Gordon County School District.
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