Serving 590 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Turner Woods Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 590 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Turner Woods Elementary School serves the southeast part of Gray, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 102.7 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located up to 11.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Turner Woods Elementary School's student population of 590 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
590 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Turner Woods Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Turner Woods Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#461 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
39%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
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Hispanic
3%
20%
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Black
15%
36%
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White
78%
34%
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Two or more races
4%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
63%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turner Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Turner Woods Elementary School is ranked #461 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Turner Woods Elementary School often compared to?
Turner Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gray Elementary School, Dames Ferry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Turner Woods Elementary School?
590 students attend Turner Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Turner Woods Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turner Woods Elementary School?
Turner Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Turner Woods Elementary School offer ?
Turner Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Turner Woods Elementary School part of?
Turner Woods Elementary School is part of Jones County School District.
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