Serving 873 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Matthew Arthur Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 73% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 45% 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: 873 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Matthew Arthur 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
Matthew Arthur Elementary School's student population of 873 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
873 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Matthew Arthur Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Matthew Arthur Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#110 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
8%
18%
Black
25%
36%
White
55%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matthew Arthur Elementary School's ranking?
Matthew Arthur Elementary School is ranked #110 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Matthew Arthur Elementary School often compared to?
Matthew Arthur Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kings Chapel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Matthew Arthur Elementary School?
873 students attend Matthew Arthur Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Matthew Arthur Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Matthew Arthur Elementary School?
Matthew Arthur Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Matthew Arthur Elementary School offer ?
Matthew Arthur Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Matthew Arthur Elementary School part of?
Matthew Arthur Elementary School is part of Houston County School District.
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