Serving 910 students in grades 3-5, Upson-lee Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 41% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower 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 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 910 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Upson-lee Elementary School's student population of 910 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
910 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Upson-lee Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Upson-lee Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1157 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
36%
36%
White
54%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upson-lee Elementary School's ranking?
Upson-lee Elementary School is ranked #1157 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Upson-lee Elementary School often compared to?
Upson-lee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Upson-lee Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Upson-lee Elementary School?
910 students attend Upson-lee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Upson-lee Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Upson-lee Elementary School?
Upson-lee Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Upson-lee Elementary School offer ?
Upson-lee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Upson-lee Elementary School part of?
Upson-lee Elementary School is part of Thomaston-Upson County School District.
School Reviews
5 8/20/2012
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