South Tattnall Elementary School serves 825 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 825 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Tattnall Elementary School's student population of 825 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
825 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Tattnall Elementary School is 0.64, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
21%
36%
White
52%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
59%
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
How many students attend South Tattnall Elementary School?
825 students attend South Tattnall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of South Tattnall Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Tattnall Elementary School?
South Tattnall Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Tattnall Elementary School offer ?
South Tattnall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is South Tattnall Elementary School part of?
South Tattnall Elementary School is part of Tattnall County School District.
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