Serving 518 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Odom 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 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Odom Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Odom Elementary School's student population of 518 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
EACH DAY - EXCELLENCE IN EVERY WAY!
School Rankings
Odom 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 Odom Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#1444 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
60%
20%
Black
14%
36%
White
22%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
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 Odom Elementary School's ranking?
Odom Elementary School is ranked #1444 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Odom Elementary School?
518 students attend Odom Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Odom Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Odom Elementary School?
Odom Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Odom Elementary School offer ?
Odom Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Odom Elementary School part of?
Odom Elementary School is part of Colquitt County School District.
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