Serving 920 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Effingham Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 68% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 920 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Effingham 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
South Effingham Elementary School's student population of 920 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
920 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Effingham Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Effingham Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#167 out of 2204 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
14%
36%
White
61%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Effingham Elementary School's ranking?
South Effingham Elementary School is ranked #167 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are South Effingham Elementary School often compared to?
South Effingham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rincon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend South Effingham Elementary School?
920 students attend South Effingham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of South Effingham Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Effingham Elementary School?
South Effingham Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Effingham Elementary School offer ?
South Effingham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is South Effingham Elementary School part of?
South Effingham Elementary School is part of Effingham County School District.
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