Serving 698 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Newton Elementary 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 23% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Newton Elementary School serves the west part of Covington, GA, covering an area of approximately 5.2 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Newton Elementary School's student population of 698 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
698 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1997
School Rankings
West Newton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Newton Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#1607 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
72%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
4%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Newton Elementary School's ranking?
West Newton Elementary School is ranked #1607 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are West Newton Elementary School often compared to?
West Newton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Salem Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend West Newton Elementary School?
698 students attend West Newton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of West Newton Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Newton Elementary School?
West Newton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Newton Elementary School offer ?
West Newton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Newton Elementary School part of?
West Newton Elementary School is part of Newton County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (Nov. 23-27)
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break (April 5-9)- No School
April 05, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 21, 2027 (Friday)
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