Serving 784 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Youth 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 70% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% 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-5
- Enrollment: 784 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Youth 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
Youth Elementary School's student population of 784 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
784 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Youth 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 Youth Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#140 out of 2204 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
10%
18%
Black
8%
36%
White
77%
36%
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
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Youth Elementary School's ranking?
Youth Elementary School is ranked #140 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Youth Elementary School often compared to?
Youth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loganville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Youth Elementary School?
784 students attend Youth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Youth Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Youth Elementary School?
Youth Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Youth Elementary School offer ?
Youth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Youth Elementary School part of?
Youth Elementary School is part of Walton County School District.
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