Serving 486 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tucker 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 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 55% 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: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tucker Elementary School serves the southwest part of Perry, GA, covering an area of approximately 68.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with distances to the furthest edge reaching up to 13.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tucker Elementary School's student population of 486 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
486 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
to develop compassionate, confident, lifelong learners.
School Rankings
Tucker 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 Tucker Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#922 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-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 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-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 Tucker Elementary School's ranking?
Tucker Elementary School is ranked #922 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Tucker Elementary School often compared to?
Tucker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morningside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Tucker Elementary School?
486 students attend Tucker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Tucker Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tucker Elementary School?
Tucker Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tucker Elementary School offer ?
Tucker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tucker Elementary School part of?
Tucker Elementary School is part of Houston County School District.
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