Serving 585 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, High Shoals Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher 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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Shoals Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
High Shoals Elementary School's student population of 585 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
585 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
High Shoals Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High Shoals Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#59 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
3%
36%
White
83%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High Shoals Elementary School's ranking?
High Shoals Elementary School is ranked #59 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are High Shoals Elementary School often compared to?
High Shoals Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rocky Branch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend High Shoals Elementary School?
585 students attend High Shoals Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of High Shoals Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High Shoals Elementary School?
High Shoals Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does High Shoals Elementary School offer ?
High Shoals Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is High Shoals Elementary School part of?
High Shoals Elementary School is part of Oconee County School District.
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