Serving 1,047 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rincon 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 65% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 47% 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: 1,047 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rincon 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
Rincon Elementary School's student population of 1,047 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,047 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rincon 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 Rincon Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#252 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
10%
18%
Black
24%
36%
White
53%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rincon Elementary School's ranking?
Rincon Elementary School is ranked #252 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Rincon Elementary School often compared to?
Rincon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Effingham Elementary School, Ebenezer Elementary School, Marlow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Rincon Elementary School?
1,047 students attend Rincon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Rincon Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rincon Elementary School?
Rincon Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rincon Elementary School offer ?
Rincon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Rincon Elementary School part of?
Rincon Elementary School is part of Effingham County School District.
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