Serving 662 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 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- 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 662 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
662 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.64, 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
14%
18%
Black
16%
36%
White
55%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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?
662 students attend Matilda Harris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Matilda Harris Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 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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