Serving 578 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dove Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dove Creek 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
Dove Creek Elementary School's student population of 578 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Dove Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dove Creek Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#113 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
2%
36%
White
86%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dove Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Dove Creek Elementary School is ranked #113 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dove Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Dove Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rocky Branch Elementary School, High Shoals Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Dove Creek Elementary School?
578 students attend Dove Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Dove Creek Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dove Creek Elementary School?
Dove Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dove Creek Elementary School offer ?
Dove Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dove Creek Elementary School part of?
Dove Creek Elementary School is part of Oconee County School District.
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