Serving 611 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pulaski Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% 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: 611 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pulaski Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Pulaski Elementary School's student population of 611 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
611 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pulaski 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 Pulaski Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1144 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
34%
18%
Black
42%
36%
White
16%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pulaski Elementary School's ranking?
Pulaski Elementary School is ranked #1144 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Pulaski Elementary School often compared to?
Pulaski Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Georgetown School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Pulaski Elementary School?
611 students attend Pulaski Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Pulaski Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pulaski Elementary School?
Pulaski Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pulaski Elementary School offer ?
Pulaski Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Pulaski Elementary School part of?
Pulaski Elementary School is part of Savannah-Chatham County School District.
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