Serving 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wheeler County Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wheeler County Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Alamo, GA, covering approximately 300.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 18.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wheeler County Elementary School's student population of 433 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
433 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Wheeler County 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 Wheeler County Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#904 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
38%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
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 Wheeler County Elementary School's ranking?
Wheeler County Elementary School is ranked #904 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Wheeler County Elementary School?
433 students attend Wheeler County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Wheeler County Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wheeler County Elementary School?
Wheeler County Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wheeler County Elementary School offer ?
Wheeler County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wheeler County Elementary School part of?
Wheeler County Elementary School is part of Wheeler County School District.
School Calendar
View the Wheeler County Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (No school for students and staff)
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break (No school for students and staff)
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School /Early Release
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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