Serving 295 students in grades 5, Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy's student population of 295 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
295 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Motto
Greatness Grows Here!
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy 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 Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy is 0.48, 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
#1097 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
12%
36%
White
70%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy's ranking?
Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy is ranked #1097 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy?
295 students attend Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy students are White, 12% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy?
Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy offer ?
Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy offers enrollment in grades 5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy part of?
Stephens County Fifth Grade Academy is part of Stephens County School District.
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