Serving 721 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sharon Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher 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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sharon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sharon Elementary School's student population of 721 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
721 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sharon Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sharon Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#319 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
16%
18%
Black
13%
36%
White
64%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sharon Elementary School's ranking?
Sharon Elementary School is ranked #319 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sharon Elementary School often compared to?
Sharon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loganville Elementary School, Bay Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Sharon Elementary School?
721 students attend Sharon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Sharon Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sharon Elementary School?
Sharon Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sharon Elementary School offer ?
Sharon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sharon Elementary School part of?
Sharon Elementary School is part of Walton County School District.
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