Serving 545 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shirley Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 68% 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: 545 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shirley Hills Elementary School's student population of 545 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shirley Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shirley Hills 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
#496 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
51%
36%
White
32%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shirley Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Shirley Hills Elementary School is ranked #496 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Shirley Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Shirley Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quail Run Elementary School, Miller Elementary School, Lake Joy Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Shirley Hills Elementary School?
545 students attend Shirley Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Shirley Hills Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shirley Hills Elementary School?
Shirley Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shirley Hills Elementary School offer ?
Shirley Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Shirley Hills Elementary School part of?
Shirley Hills Elementary School is part of Houston County School District.
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