Serving 608 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mattie Lively 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 20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mattie Lively Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Mattie Lively Elementary School's student population of 608 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
608 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mattie Lively 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 Mattie Lively 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
#1740 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
50%
36%
White
34%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mattie Lively Elementary School's ranking?
Mattie Lively Elementary School is ranked #1740 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mattie Lively Elementary School often compared to?
Mattie Lively Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Julia P. Bryant Elementary School, Langston Chapel Elementary School, Nevils Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Mattie Lively Elementary School?
608 students attend Mattie Lively Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Mattie Lively Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mattie Lively Elementary School?
Mattie Lively Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mattie Lively Elementary School offer ?
Mattie Lively Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mattie Lively Elementary School part of?
Mattie Lively Elementary School is part of Bulloch County School District.
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