Serving 662 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Matilda Harris 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 61% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Matilda Harris 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
Matilda Harris Elementary School's student population of 662 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
662 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Matilda Harris 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 Matilda Harris Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#303 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
21%
36%
White
53%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matilda Harris Elementary School's ranking?
Matilda Harris Elementary School is ranked #303 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Matilda Harris Elementary School often compared to?
Matilda Harris Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingsland Elementary School, Sugarmill Elementary School, Saint Marys Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Matilda Harris Elementary School?
662 students attend Matilda Harris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Matilda Harris Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Matilda Harris Elementary School?
Matilda Harris Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Matilda Harris Elementary School offer ?
Matilda Harris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Matilda Harris Elementary School part of?
Matilda Harris Elementary School is part of Camden County School District.
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