Serving 682 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Matilda Harris Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 682 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Matilda Harris Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Matilda Harris Elementary School's student population of 682 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
682 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Matilda Harris Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Matilda Harris Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#268 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
37%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%

Hispanic
12%
19%

Black
18%
36%

White
54%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
59%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%

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 Matilda Harris Elementary School's ranking?
Matilda Harris Elementary School is ranked #268 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Matilda Harris Elementary School often compared to?
Matilda Harris Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingsland Elementary School, Sugarmill Elementary School, David L Rainer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Matilda Harris Elementary School?
682 students attend Matilda Harris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Matilda Harris Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Matilda Harris Elementary School?
Matilda Harris Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Matilda Harris Elementary School offer ?
Matilda Harris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Matilda Harris Elementary School part of?
Matilda Harris Elementary School is part of Camden County School District.
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