Serving 486 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sims 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 27% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 486 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sims Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Sims Elementary School's student population of 486 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sims 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 Sims Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#1372 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
16%
18%
Black
71%
36%
White
4%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sims Elementary School's ranking?
Sims Elementary School is ranked #1372 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sims Elementary School often compared to?
Sims Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Honey Creek Elementary School, Barksdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Sims Elementary School?
486 students attend Sims Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Sims Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sims Elementary School?
Sims Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sims Elementary School offer ?
Sims Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sims Elementary School part of?
Sims Elementary School is part of Rockdale County School District.
School Calendar
View the Sims Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (schools closed)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break (district offices closed)
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
December Break (schools closed Dec 23-Jan 3, offices closed Dec 23-Jan 2)
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
February Break (schools closed Feb 18-21)
February 18, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break (schools closed Apr 7-11)
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
School Reviews
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