Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Len Lastinger Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Len Lastinger Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Len Lastinger Elementary School's student population of 466 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Len Lastinger 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 Len Lastinger 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
#747 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
17%
18%
Black
34%
36%
White
44%
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
100%
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 Len Lastinger Elementary School's ranking?
Len Lastinger Elementary School is ranked #747 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Len Lastinger Elementary School often compared to?
Len Lastinger Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Annie Belle Clark Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Len Lastinger Elementary School?
466 students attend Len Lastinger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Len Lastinger Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Len Lastinger Elementary School?
Len Lastinger Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Len Lastinger Elementary School offer ?
Len Lastinger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Len Lastinger Elementary School part of?
Len Lastinger Elementary School is part of Tift County School District.
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