Elementary Schools in Macon County

Macon County Elementary School is the only elementary school in Macon County, serving grades PK through 5 in Oglethorpe, GA, with 525 students and a 100% free/reduced lunch population.

This school is showing a clear upward trend. Its state ranking has improved every year, moving from the 8th percentile in 2023-2024 to the 10th percentile in 2024-2025, and now to the 16th percentile in 2025-2026, earning a 1-star rating. The most striking progress is in math: 3rd grade proficiency jumped from 12.5% to 23.5% in one year, and 5th grade math rose from 13.6% to 20.3%. While these scores still trail state averages by roughly 24 to 32 percentage points, the growth is substantial. Science is a relative strength, with 5th grade proficiency at 36.5%, just 7.7 points below the state average of 44.2%. Chronic absenteeism is also a positive—at 16.7%, it is better than both the district average (22.1%) and the state average (17.7%), which is notable given the high-poverty student body.

Financially, the school is well-supported, spending $15,698 per student—well above typical Georgia levels—and maintaining a favorable student-teacher ratio of 14.8:1. This investment appears to be paying off, as the combination of rising test scores, improving rankings, and strong attendance suggests resources are being used effectively. However, significant achievement gaps remain, especially in math, where proficiency is roughly half the state rate. Since this is the district’s only elementary school, its performance directly shapes the district’s overall standing. For parents, this school offers a dedicated, improving environment with strong support systems, though continued focus on closing the math gap will be essential for sustained progress.