Serving 529 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kay Road Elementary School ranks in the top 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 31% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: 529 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kay Road Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kay Road Elementary School's student population of 529 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
529 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kay Road 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 Kay Road Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1071 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
20%
18%
Black
48%
36%
White
26%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kay Road Elementary School's ranking?
Kay Road Elementary School is ranked #1071 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Kay Road Elementary School often compared to?
Kay Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Byron Elementary School, Hunt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Kay Road Elementary School?
529 students attend Kay Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Kay Road Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kay Road Elementary School?
Kay Road Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kay Road Elementary School offer ?
Kay Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kay Road Elementary School part of?
Kay Road Elementary School is part of Peach County School District.
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