Serving 617 students in grades 3-5, David A. Perdue Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
David A. Perdue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
David A. Perdue Elementary School's student population of 617 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
617 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
School Rankings
David A. Perdue Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of David A. Perdue Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#378 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
37%
36%
White
39%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is David A. Perdue Elementary School's ranking?
David A. Perdue Elementary School is ranked #378 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are David A. Perdue Elementary School often compared to?
David A. Perdue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quail Run Elementary School, Lake Joy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend David A. Perdue Elementary School?
617 students attend David A. Perdue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of David A. Perdue Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of David A. Perdue Elementary School?
David A. Perdue Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does David A. Perdue Elementary School offer ?
David A. Perdue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is David A. Perdue Elementary School part of?
David A. Perdue Elementary School is part of Houston County School District.
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