Serving 785 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Joseph Martin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower 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 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph Martin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Joseph Martin Elementary School's student population of 785 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
785 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Joseph Martin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph Martin Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1171 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
18%
19%
Black
48%
36%
White
20%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Joseph Martin Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph Martin Elementary School is ranked #1171 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Joseph Martin Elementary School often compared to?
Joseph Martin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Elementary School, Taylors Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% 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 Joseph Martin Elementary School?
785 students attend Joseph Martin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Joseph Martin Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph Martin Elementary School?
Joseph Martin Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joseph Martin Elementary School offer ?
Joseph Martin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph Martin Elementary School part of?
Joseph Martin Elementary School is part of Liberty County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
School Holiday - Fall Break
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - School Holidays
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break (School Holidays)
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 22, 2026 (Friday)
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