Serving 357 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pooler Elementary 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pooler Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pooler Elementary School's student population of 357 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Pooler Elementary 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 Pooler Elementary School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1198 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
24%
19%
Black
35%
36%
White
34%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Pooler Elementary School's ranking?
Pooler Elementary School is ranked #1198 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Pooler Elementary School often compared to?
Pooler Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Chatham Elementary School, Godley Station School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Pooler Elementary School?
357 students attend Pooler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Pooler Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pooler Elementary School?
Pooler Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pooler Elementary School offer ?
Pooler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pooler Elementary School part of?
Pooler Elementary School is part of Savannah-Chatham County School District.
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