Serving 495 students in grades 3-5, Appling 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 41% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Appling County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Appling County Elementary School's student population of 495 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Appling County Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Appling County Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#932 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
26%
18%
Black
25%
36%
White
45%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Appling County Elementary School's ranking?
Appling County Elementary School is ranked #932 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Appling County Elementary School often compared to?
Appling County Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Altamaha Elementary School, Fourth District Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Appling County Elementary School?
495 students attend Appling County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Appling County Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Appling County Elementary School?
Appling County Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Appling County Elementary School offer ?
Appling County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Appling County Elementary School part of?
Appling County Elementary School is part of Appling County School District.
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