Serving 346 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Washington-wilkes Primary School ranks in the bottom 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington-wilkes Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Washington-wilkes Primary School's student population of 346 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington-wilkes Primary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington-wilkes Primary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1829 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
18%
Black
52%
36%
White
35%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington-wilkes Primary School's ranking?
Washington-wilkes Primary School is ranked #1829 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Washington-wilkes Primary School often compared to?
Washington-wilkes Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Slaughter Elementary School, Centerville High School, Slaughter Community Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Washington-wilkes Primary School?
346 students attend Washington-wilkes Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Washington-wilkes Primary School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington-wilkes Primary School?
Washington-wilkes Primary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington-wilkes Primary School offer ?
Washington-wilkes Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Washington-wilkes Primary School part of?
Washington-wilkes Primary School is part of Wilkes County School District.
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