Serving 610 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Martha Rawls Smith 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 21% (which is lower 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 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% 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: 610 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School's student population of 610 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
610 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Martha Rawls Smith 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 Martha Rawls Smith 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
#1526 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
16%
18%
Black
33%
36%
White
43%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School is ranked #1526 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Martha Rawls Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bacon Elementary School, Jesup Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% 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 Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School?
610 students attend Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School?
Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School offer ?
Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School part of?
Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School is part of Wayne County School District.
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