Serving 533 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hightower Trail 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 27% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 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-5
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hightower Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Hightower Trail Elementary School's student population of 533 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hightower Trail 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 Hightower Trail Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1417 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
20%
18%
Black
61%
36%
White
13%
36%
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
68%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hightower Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Hightower Trail Elementary School is ranked #1417 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Hightower Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Hightower Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flat Shoals Elementary School, Honey Creek Elementary School, Peek's Chapel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Hightower Trail Elementary School?
533 students attend Hightower Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Hightower Trail Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 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 Hightower Trail Elementary School?
Hightower Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hightower Trail Elementary School offer ?
Hightower Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hightower Trail Elementary School part of?
Hightower Trail Elementary School is part of Rockdale County School District.
School Calendar
View the Hightower Trail Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - no school
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break - no school
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
School Reviews
5 4/27/2011
Excellent school with very involved and professional principal. Activities are VERY organized, excellent communication keeping parents in the loop. The staff is great, school is clean. I will be very sad when my daughter has to leave for middle school next year. This school takes pride in being top notch. They do so much for the children with field trips, extracurricular activities, award ceremonies each quarter. I love this school and so do my children. I'm very thankful this school was a part of their childhood and development. I couldn't ask for a better school.
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