Serving 995 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rincon Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 64% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% 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: 995 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rincon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Rincon Elementary School's student population of 995 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
995 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rincon Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rincon Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#182 out of 2168 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
10%
18%
Black
24%
36%
White
54%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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 Rincon Elementary School's ranking?
Rincon Elementary School is ranked #182 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Rincon Elementary School often compared to?
Rincon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Effingham Elementary School, Ebenezer Elementary School, Marlow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Rincon Elementary School?
995 students attend Rincon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Rincon Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% 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 Rincon Elementary School?
Rincon Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rincon Elementary School offer ?
Rincon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Rincon Elementary School part of?
Rincon Elementary School is part of Effingham County School District.
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