Serving 798 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mathews Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 798 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mathews Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mathews Elementary School's student population of 798 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
798 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mathews 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 Mathews Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#303 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
15%
18%
Black
28%
36%
White
44%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mathews Elementary School's ranking?
Mathews Elementary School is ranked #303 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mathews Elementary School often compared to?
Mathews Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midland Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Mathews Elementary School?
798 students attend Mathews Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Mathews Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mathews Elementary School?
Mathews Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mathews Elementary School offer ?
Mathews Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mathews Elementary School part of?
Mathews Elementary School is part of Muscogee County School District.
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