Serving 696 students in grades 3-5, Worth County 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 39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Worth County Elementary School serves an extensive attendance zone of approximately 574.8 square miles in Sylvester, GA, covering the entire school district. Families can expect a typical drive time of 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edges located up to 22.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Worth County Elementary School's student population of 696 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
696 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Worth 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 Worth County Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#864 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
37%
36%
White
53%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Worth County Elementary School's ranking?
Worth County Elementary School is ranked #864 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Worth County Elementary School?
696 students attend Worth County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Worth County Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Worth County Elementary School?
Worth County Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Worth County Elementary School offer ?
Worth County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Worth County Elementary School part of?
Worth County Elementary School is part of Worth County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of the 1st 9-Weeks
October 05, 2026 (Monday)
Fall Break
October 12, 2026 (Monday)
Fall Break - Student Holiday/Teacher Planning Day
October 14, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Noon Dismissal - Last Day of the 2nd 9-Weeks
December 18, 2026 (Friday)
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