Serving 654 students in grades 3-5, Jeff Davis Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (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 46% 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: 3-5
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jeff Davis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Jeff Davis Elementary School's student population of 654 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jeff Davis Elementary 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 Jeff Davis Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1069 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
25%
18%
Black
15%
36%
White
54%
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
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jeff Davis Elementary School's ranking?
Jeff Davis Elementary School is ranked #1069 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Jeff Davis Elementary School?
654 students attend Jeff Davis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Jeff Davis Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jeff Davis Elementary School?
Jeff Davis Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jeff Davis Elementary School offer ?
Jeff Davis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Jeff Davis Elementary School part of?
Jeff Davis Elementary School is part of Jeff Davis County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break (Events)
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School (Events)
May 20, 2025 (Tuesday)
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