Wilkinson County Primary School serves 280 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Attendance Zone: Wilkinson County Primary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Irwinton, GA, covering approximately 451.9 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 16 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilkinson County Primary School's student population of 280 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wilkinson County Primary School is 0.61, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
54%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
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 (14-15)
7%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-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 schools are Wilkinson County Primary School often compared to?
Wilkinson County Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilkinson County Elementary School, Hunt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Wilkinson County Primary School?
280 students attend Wilkinson County Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Wilkinson County Primary School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilkinson County Primary School?
Wilkinson County Primary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wilkinson County Primary School offer ?
Wilkinson County Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilkinson County Primary School part of?
Wilkinson County Primary School is part of Wilkinson County School District.
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