Serving 396 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jack P Nix Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jack P Nix Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Jack P Nix Elementary School's student population of 396 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jack P Nix Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jack P Nix Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#608 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
3%
36%
White
83%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jack P Nix Elementary School's ranking?
Jack P Nix Elementary School is ranked #608 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Jack P Nix Elementary School often compared to?
Jack P Nix Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mossy Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Jack P Nix Elementary School?
396 students attend Jack P Nix Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Jack P Nix Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jack P Nix Elementary School?
Jack P Nix Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jack P Nix Elementary School offer ?
Jack P Nix Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jack P Nix Elementary School part of?
Jack P Nix Elementary School is part of White County School District.
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