Serving 395 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Judia Jackson Harris 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School's student population of 395 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#1333 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
73%
19%
Black
21%
36%
White
4%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
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 Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School's ranking?
Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School is ranked #1333 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School often compared to?
Judia Jackson Harris Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howard B. Stroud Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School?
395 students attend Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School?
Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School offer ?
Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School part of?
Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School is part of Clarke County School District.
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