Trion High School is a public high school located in Trion, Georgia, United States. It is part of the Trion City School District in Chattooga County. The school was built in 1938 by L.C. "Sadd" Dalton. The original location was beside the Trion Recreation Department.
Serving 607 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Trion Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Trion Elementary School serves the entire district of Trion, GA, with an attendance zone covering approximately 3.8 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trion Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Trion Elementary School's student population of 607 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
607 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1938
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Trion Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Trion Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#307 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
1%
36%
White
76%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trion Elementary School's ranking?
Trion Elementary School is ranked #307 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Trion Elementary School often compared to?
Trion Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lyerly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Trion Elementary School?
607 students attend Trion Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Trion Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trion Elementary School?
Trion Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Trion Elementary School offer ?
Trion Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Trion Elementary School part of?
Trion Elementary School is part of Trion City School District.
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