Serving 815 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Frances Meeks Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 24% of the student body (majority 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: 815 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frances Meeks 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
Frances Meeks Elementary School's student population of 815 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
815 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Frances Meeks 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 Frances Meeks Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#121 out of 2204 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
11%
18%
Black
5%
36%
White
76%
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
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frances Meeks Elementary School's ranking?
Frances Meeks Elementary School is ranked #121 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Frances Meeks Elementary School often compared to?
Frances Meeks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcallister Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Frances Meeks Elementary School?
815 students attend Frances Meeks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Frances Meeks Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frances Meeks Elementary School?
Frances Meeks Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Frances Meeks Elementary School offer ?
Frances Meeks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Frances Meeks Elementary School part of?
Frances Meeks Elementary School is part of Bryan County School District.
School Reviews
5 1/6/2024
We absolutely love FMES. They make learning so fun for the kids and the school is beautiful. The teachers have been outstanding every year and you can tell they actually love their job. Dr. Mobley is a star principal and we couldn't ask for anything more in an elementary school.
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