Serving 479 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Greene County Primary School ranks in the top 50% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% 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-3
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greene County Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Greene County Primary School's student population of 479 students has grown by 89% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 74% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Greene County Primary School 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 Greene County Primary School is 0.58, 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
#841 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
19%
18%
Black
61%
36%
White
13%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
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)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greene County Primary School's ranking?
Greene County Primary School is ranked #841 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Greene County Primary School often compared to?
Greene County Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Oconee Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Greene County Primary School?
479 students attend Greene County Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Greene County Primary School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greene County Primary School?
Greene County Primary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greene County Primary School offer ?
Greene County Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Greene County Primary School part of?
Greene County Primary School is part of Greene County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
System Closed - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
System Closed - Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
System Closed - Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
System Closed - Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
System Closed - Thanksgiving Break
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
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