Serving 590 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Long Cane Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% 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: 590 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Long Cane Elementary School's student population of 590 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Long Cane Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Long Cane Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#461 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
18%
Black
13%
36%
White
77%
36%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Long Cane Elementary School's ranking?
Long Cane Elementary School is ranked #461 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Long Cane Elementary School often compared to?
Long Cane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosemont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Long Cane Elementary School?
590 students attend Long Cane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Long Cane Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Long Cane Elementary School?
Long Cane Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Long Cane Elementary School offer ?
Long Cane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Long Cane Elementary School part of?
Long Cane Elementary School is part of Troup County School District.
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