Serving 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy ranks in the top 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 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy's student population of 325 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy 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 Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy is 0.37, 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
#1021 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
79%
36%
White
7%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy's ranking?
Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy is ranked #1021 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy often compared to?
Downtown Elementary Magnet Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Dimon Elementary School, Hannan Elementary 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 37% GA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy?
325 students attend Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy?
Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy offer ?
Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy part of?
Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy is part of Muscogee County School District.
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