Serving 840 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Evans Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 840 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Evans 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
Evans Elementary School's student population of 840 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
840 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Evans Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Evans Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#194 out of 2204 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
11%
18%
Black
20%
36%
White
54%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
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 Evans Elementary School's ranking?
Evans Elementary School is ranked #194 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Evans Elementary School often compared to?
Evans Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sail Charter Academy - School For Arts-infused Learning by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Evans Elementary School?
840 students attend Evans Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Evans Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Evans Elementary School?
Evans Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Evans Elementary School offer ?
Evans Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Evans Elementary School part of?
Evans Elementary School is part of Columbia County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of Second Semester (Events)
January 06, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School (Early Release) (Events)
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
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