Serving 564 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wilcox County Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilcox County Elementary School's student population of 564 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
564 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilcox County Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilcox County Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#950 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
18%
Black
32%
36%
White
58%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilcox County Elementary School's ranking?
Wilcox County Elementary School is ranked #950 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Wilcox County Elementary School often compared to?
Wilcox County Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Istrouma High School, Inspire Charter Academy, Gray Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Wilcox County Elementary School?
564 students attend Wilcox County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Wilcox County Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilcox County Elementary School?
Wilcox County Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wilcox County Elementary School offer ?
Wilcox County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wilcox County Elementary School part of?
Wilcox County Elementary School is part of Wilcox County School District.
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