Serving 203 students in grades 3-5, Wilkinson County 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 19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (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 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilkinson County Elementary School serves the entire district of Irwinton, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 451.9 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 16 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilkinson County Elementary School's student population of 203 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
203 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wilkinson County 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 Wilkinson County Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1825 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
52%
36%
White
29%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilkinson County Elementary School's ranking?
Wilkinson County Elementary School is ranked #1825 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Wilkinson County Elementary School often compared to?
Wilkinson County Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilkinson County Primary School, Hunt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Wilkinson County Elementary School?
203 students attend Wilkinson County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Wilkinson County Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilkinson County Elementary School?
Wilkinson County Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wilkinson County Elementary School offer ?
Wilkinson County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilkinson County Elementary School part of?
Wilkinson County Elementary School is part of Wilkinson County School District.
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