Serving 574 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hephzibah 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hephzibah Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Hephzibah Elementary School's student population of 574 students has grown by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
574 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hephzibah 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 Hephzibah Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1872 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
66%
36%
White
20%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hephzibah Elementary School's ranking?
Hephzibah Elementary School is ranked #1872 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Hephzibah Elementary School?
574 students attend Hephzibah Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Hephzibah Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hephzibah Elementary School?
Hephzibah Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hephzibah Elementary School offer ?
Hephzibah Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hephzibah Elementary School part of?
Hephzibah Elementary School is part of Richmond County School District.
In what neighborhood is Hephzibah Elementary School located?
Hephzibah Elementary School is located in the Farmers Bridge neighborhood of Hephzibah, GA. There are 1 other public schools located in Farmers Bridge.
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