Serving 443 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Fannin 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 40% (which is higher 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 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Fannin Elementary School serves the northwest part of Blue Ridge, GA, covering an area of approximately 147.7 square miles. Families typically live 10-15 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 7.3 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 14.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Fannin Elementary School's student population of 443 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
443 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Fannin 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 West Fannin Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#932 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
1%
36%
White
85%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.4%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Fannin Elementary School's ranking?
West Fannin Elementary School is ranked #932 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are West Fannin Elementary School often compared to?
West Fannin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Fannin Elementary School, Blue Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% 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 West Fannin Elementary School?
443 students attend West Fannin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of West Fannin Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Fannin Elementary School?
West Fannin Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Fannin Elementary School offer ?
West Fannin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Fannin Elementary School part of?
West Fannin Elementary School is part of Fannin County School District.
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