Serving 848 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, New Hampstead K-8 School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 848 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Hampstead K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
New Hampstead K-8 School's student population of 848 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
848 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Rankings
New Hampstead K-8 School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Hampstead K-8 School is 0.69, 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
#1294 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
50%
36%
White
20%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 New Hampstead K-8 School's ranking?
New Hampstead K-8 School is ranked #1294 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend New Hampstead K-8 School?
848 students attend New Hampstead K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of New Hampstead K-8 School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Hampstead K-8 School?
New Hampstead K-8 School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Hampstead K-8 School offer ?
New Hampstead K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is New Hampstead K-8 School part of?
New Hampstead K-8 School is part of Savannah-Chatham County School District.
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