Serving 638 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Newton 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 24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower 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 94% 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: 638 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Newton Elementary School's student population of 638 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
638 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Newton 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 West Newton Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#1564 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
21%
18%
Black
67%
36%
White
6%
36%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Newton Elementary School's ranking?
West Newton Elementary School is ranked #1564 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are West Newton Elementary School often compared to?
West Newton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Salem Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend West Newton Elementary School?
638 students attend West Newton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of West Newton Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Newton Elementary School?
West Newton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Newton Elementary School offer ?
West Newton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Newton Elementary School part of?
West Newton Elementary School is part of Newton County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Early Release Day/Last Day at 11:00am
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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