Serving 845 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blackshear Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 845 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blackshear Elementary School's student population of 845 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
845 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blackshear Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackshear Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#706 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
16%
36%
White
67%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackshear Elementary School's ranking?
Blackshear Elementary School is ranked #706 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Blackshear Elementary School often compared to?
Blackshear Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midway Elementary School, Patterson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Blackshear Elementary School?
845 students attend Blackshear Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Blackshear Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blackshear Elementary School?
Blackshear Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blackshear Elementary School offer ?
Blackshear Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Blackshear Elementary School part of?
Blackshear Elementary School is part of Pierce County School District.
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