Georgia Ave Elementary School serves 337 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 10-14% (which was lower than the Tennessee state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 6-9% (which was lower than the Tennessee state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 was lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
337 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)10-14%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)6-9%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
100%
21%
White
n/a
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Shelby County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% TN state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% TN state average).
How many students attend Georgia Ave Elementary School?
337 students attend Georgia Ave Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Georgia Ave Elementary School students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Georgia Ave Elementary School?
Georgia Ave Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Georgia Ave Elementary School offer ?
Georgia Ave Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Georgia Ave Elementary School part of?
Georgia Ave Elementary School is part of Shelby County School District.
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