Serving 497 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meadowbrook 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 13% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadowbrook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Meadowbrook Elementary School's student population of 497 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
497 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meadowbrook 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 Meadowbrook Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#2034 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
18%
Black
92%
36%
White
3%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadowbrook Elementary School's ranking?
Meadowbrook Elementary School is ranked #2034 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Meadowbrook Elementary School?
497 students attend Meadowbrook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Meadowbrook Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meadowbrook Elementary School?
Meadowbrook Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meadowbrook Elementary School offer ?
Meadowbrook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Meadowbrook Elementary School part of?
Meadowbrook Elementary School is part of Richmond County School District.
In what neighborhood is Meadowbrook Elementary School located?
Meadowbrook Elementary School is located in the Meadowbrook neighborhood of Augusta, GA.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School (All Grades)
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
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