Serving 360 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Okapilco 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Okapilco Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Okapilco Elementary School's student population of 360 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Dedicated to Excellence
School Rankings
Okapilco 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 Okapilco Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1333 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
30%
20%
Black
41%
36%
White
26%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
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)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Okapilco Elementary School's ranking?
Okapilco Elementary School is ranked #1333 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Okapilco Elementary School?
360 students attend Okapilco Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Okapilco Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Okapilco Elementary School?
Okapilco Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Okapilco Elementary School offer ?
Okapilco Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Okapilco Elementary School part of?
Okapilco Elementary School is part of Colquitt County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School - 2026-27 SY
August 05, 2026 (Wednesday)
Fall Break (All Schools & Offices Closed)
October 23, 2026 (Friday)
Thanksgiving Break (All Schools & Offices Closed)
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break (All Schools & Offices Closed)
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Student Early Release on Last Day of School
May 21, 2027 (Friday)
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