Serving 741 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Waldo Pafford Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 741 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waldo Pafford Elementary School serves the west part of Hinesville, GA, covering an area of approximately 9.8 square miles. Families within this attendance zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waldo Pafford Elementary School's student population of 741 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
741 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Motto
Our Mission The mission of Waldo Pafford Elementary School is to provide quality, standards based instruction that incorporates character education and researched based resources to empower students.
School Rankings
Waldo Pafford 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 Waldo Pafford Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1077 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
60%
36%
White
11%
34%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.7%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waldo Pafford Elementary School's ranking?
Waldo Pafford Elementary School is ranked #1077 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Waldo Pafford Elementary School often compared to?
Waldo Pafford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taylors Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Waldo Pafford Elementary School?
741 students attend Waldo Pafford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Waldo Pafford Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waldo Pafford Elementary School?
Waldo Pafford Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waldo Pafford Elementary School offer ?
Waldo Pafford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waldo Pafford Elementary School part of?
Waldo Pafford Elementary School is part of Liberty County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 21, 2027 (Friday)
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