Serving 885 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wacona 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 41% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: 885 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Wacona Elementary School serves the northern part of Waycross, GA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 122.3 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest points being about 20.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wacona Elementary School's student population of 885 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
885 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wacona 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 Wacona Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#849 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
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)16.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-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 Wacona Elementary School's ranking?
Wacona Elementary School is ranked #849 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Wacona Elementary School often compared to?
Wacona Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Williams Heights Elementary School, Ruskin Elementary 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 39% GA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Wacona Elementary School?
885 students attend Wacona Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Wacona Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wacona Elementary School?
Wacona Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wacona Elementary School offer ?
Wacona Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wacona Elementary School part of?
Wacona Elementary School is part of Ware County School District.
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