Serving 332 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wynnton 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Wynnton Elementary School serves the southwest part of Columbus, GA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wynnton Elementary School's student population of 332 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
332 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Creating a Community of HOPE Through the Arts
School Rankings
Wynnton 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 Wynnton Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#1551 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
68%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
13%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
12%
5%
Showing 2007–2016. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wynnton Elementary School's ranking?
Wynnton Elementary School is ranked #1551 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Wynnton Elementary School often compared to?
Wynnton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hannan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Wynnton Elementary School?
332 students attend Wynnton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Wynnton Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wynnton Elementary School?
Wynnton Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wynnton Elementary School offer ?
Wynnton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wynnton Elementary School part of?
Wynnton Elementary School is part of Muscogee County School District.
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