Serving 379 students in grades 3-5, Social Circle 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 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 28% 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: 3-5
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Social Circle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Social Circle Elementary School's student population of 379 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Social Circle 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 Social Circle Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#598 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
18%
Black
18%
36%
White
72%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Social Circle Elementary School's ranking?
Social Circle Elementary School is ranked #598 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Social Circle Elementary School often compared to?
Social Circle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Youth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Social Circle Elementary School?
379 students attend Social Circle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Social Circle Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Social Circle Elementary School?
Social Circle Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Social Circle Elementary School offer ?
Social Circle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Social Circle Elementary School part of?
Social Circle Elementary School is part of Social Circle City School District.
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