Serving 518 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Royston Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Royston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Royston Elementary School's student population of 518 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Royston Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Royston Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#520 out of 2168 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
8%
18%
Black
17%
36%
White
66%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Royston Elementary School's ranking?
Royston Elementary School is ranked #520 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Royston Elementary School often compared to?
Royston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lavonia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Royston Elementary School?
518 students attend Royston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Royston Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Royston Elementary School?
Royston Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Royston Elementary School offer ?
Royston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Royston Elementary School part of?
Royston Elementary School is part of Franklin County School District.
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