Serving 526 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Whitesburg 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 45% (which is higher 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Whitesburg Elementary School's student population of 526 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Whitesburg 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 Whitesburg Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#611 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
3%
36%
White
82%
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
63%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitesburg Elementary School's ranking?
Whitesburg Elementary School is ranked #611 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
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 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Whitesburg Elementary School?
526 students attend Whitesburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Whitesburg Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whitesburg Elementary School?
Whitesburg Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Whitesburg Elementary School offer ?
Whitesburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Whitesburg Elementary School part of?
Whitesburg Elementary School is part of Carroll County School District.
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