Serving 295 students in grades 5, Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (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 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy's student population of 295 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy 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 Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy is 0.44, 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
#984 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
18%
Black
13%
36%
White
73%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
53%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy's ranking?
Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy is ranked #984 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% 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 Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy?
295 students attend Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy students are White, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy?
Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy offer ?
Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy offers enrollment in grades 5
What school district is Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy part of?
Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy is part of Stephens County School District.
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