Serving 549 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Woodlawn Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodlawn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Woodlawn Elementary School's student population of 549 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Woodlawn 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 Woodlawn Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#913 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
25%
18%
Black
1%
36%
White
72%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodlawn Elementary School's ranking?
Woodlawn Elementary School is ranked #913 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Woodlawn Elementary School often compared to?
Woodlawn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chatsworth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Woodlawn Elementary School?
549 students attend Woodlawn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Woodlawn Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodlawn Elementary School?
Woodlawn Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Woodlawn Elementary School offer ?
Woodlawn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Woodlawn Elementary School part of?
Woodlawn Elementary School is part of Murray County School District.
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