Serving 637 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Coker 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 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower 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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 637 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Coker Elementary School's student population of 637 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
637 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Coker 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 Coker Elementary School is 0.23, 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
#865 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
n/a
36%
White
87%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coker Elementary School's ranking?
Coker Elementary School is ranked #865 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Coker Elementary School often compared to?
Coker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chatsworth Elementary School, Spring Place Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Coker Elementary School?
637 students attend Coker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Coker Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Coker Elementary School?
Coker Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Coker Elementary School offer ?
Coker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Coker Elementary School part of?
Coker Elementary School is part of Murray County School District.
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