Serving 373 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Johnson 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Johnson Elementary School's student population of 373 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
373 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Johnson 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 Johnson Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1553 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1

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

Hispanic
11%
19%

Black
45%
36%

White
32%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnson Elementary School's ranking?
Johnson Elementary School is ranked #1553 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Johnson Elementary School often compared to?
Johnson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clubview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Johnson Elementary School?
373 students attend Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Johnson Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Johnson Elementary School?
Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Johnson Elementary School offer ?
Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Johnson Elementary School part of?
Johnson Elementary School is part of Muscogee County School District.
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