Serving 512 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gracewood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 13% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gracewood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gracewood Elementary School's student population of 512 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gracewood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gracewood Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#1977 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
18%
Black
69%
36%
White
22%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gracewood Elementary School's ranking?
Gracewood Elementary School is ranked #1977 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Gracewood Elementary School often compared to?
Gracewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tobacco Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Gracewood Elementary School?
512 students attend Gracewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Gracewood Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gracewood Elementary School?
Gracewood Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gracewood Elementary School offer ?
Gracewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gracewood Elementary School part of?
Gracewood Elementary School is part of Richmond County School District.
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