Serving 796 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Yargo 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 34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 796 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yargo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Yargo Elementary School's student population of 796 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
796 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1995
Last Day of School
Thu. May 28, 2026
School Mascot
Wildcats
School Rankings
Yargo 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 Yargo Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1162 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
27%
19%
Black
23%
36%
White
39%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yargo Elementary School's ranking?
Yargo Elementary School is ranked #1162 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Yargo Elementary School often compared to?
Yargo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethlehem Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Yargo Elementary School?
796 students attend Yargo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Yargo Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yargo Elementary School?
Yargo Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Yargo Elementary School offer ?
Yargo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yargo Elementary School part of?
Yargo Elementary School is part of Barrow County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break - No School
October 06, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
First Day Back after Break
January 06, 2026 (Tuesday)
No School - Spring Break
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
Early Release - Last Day of School
May 20, 2026 (Wednesday)
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