Hand In Hand Primary serves 731 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 731 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hand In Hand Primary's student population of 731 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
731 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hand In Hand Primary is 0.59, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%

Hispanic
6%
19%

Black
34%
36%

White
54%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
59%

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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hand In Hand Primary often compared to?
Hand In Hand Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Jerger Elementary School, Garrison-pilcher Elementary School, Cross Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Hand In Hand Primary?
731 students attend Hand In Hand Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Hand In Hand Primary students are White, 34% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hand In Hand Primary?
Hand In Hand Primary has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hand In Hand Primary offer ?
Hand In Hand Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Hand In Hand Primary part of?
Hand In Hand Primary is part of Thomas County School District.
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