Serving 1,153 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Appling 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 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 53% 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: 1,153 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Appling County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Appling County Elementary School's student population of 1,153 students has grown by 109% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 111% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Appling 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 Appling County Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#808 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
24%
19%
Black
22%
36%
White
47%
35%
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
99%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Appling County Elementary School's ranking?
Appling County Elementary School is ranked #808 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Appling County Elementary School often compared to?
Appling County Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fourth District Elementary School, Altamaha Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Appling County Elementary School?
1,153 students attend Appling County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Appling County Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Appling County Elementary School?
Appling County Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Appling County Elementary School offer ?
Appling County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Appling County Elementary School part of?
Appling County Elementary School is part of Appling County School District.
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