Serving 429 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Tate Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tate Elementary School's student population of 429 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tate Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tate Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#780 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
2%
36%
White
87%
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
51%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tate Elementary School's ranking?
Tate Elementary School is ranked #780 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Tate Elementary School?
429 students attend Tate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Tate Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tate Elementary School?
Tate Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tate Elementary School offer ?
Tate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tate Elementary School part of?
Tate Elementary School is part of Pickens County School District.
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