Serving 494 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Towns County Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Towns County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Towns County Elementary School's student population of 494 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
494 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Towns County Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Towns County Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#743 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
n/a
36%
White
90%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Towns County Elementary School's ranking?
Towns County Elementary School is ranked #743 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Towns County Elementary School often compared to?
Towns County Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Towns County Middle School, Towns County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Towns County Elementary School?
494 students attend Towns County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Towns County Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Towns County Elementary School?
Towns County Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Towns County Elementary School offer ?
Towns County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Towns County Elementary School part of?
Towns County Elementary School is part of Towns County School District.
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