Serving 948 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ebenezer Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 63% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher 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 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 948 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ebenezer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ebenezer Elementary School's student population of 948 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
948 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ebenezer Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ebenezer Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#237 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
11%
18%
Black
11%
36%
White
71%
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
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ebenezer Elementary School's ranking?
Ebenezer Elementary School is ranked #237 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Ebenezer Elementary School often compared to?
Ebenezer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guyton Elementary School, Blandford Elementary School, Rincon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Ebenezer Elementary School?
948 students attend Ebenezer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Ebenezer Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ebenezer Elementary School?
Ebenezer Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ebenezer Elementary School offer ?
Ebenezer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ebenezer Elementary School part of?
Ebenezer Elementary School is part of Effingham County School District.
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