Elementary Schools in Oglethorpe County

Oglethorpe County Primary School and Oglethorpe County Elementary School are the two elementary schools serving the Oglethorpe County district in rural Georgia, together enrolling about 1,080 students across grades PK-5.

Oglethorpe County Elementary School is the standout performer, particularly in upper-grade STEM subjects. In 2025-2026, its 5th-grade math proficiency reached 59.8%—nearly 16 points above the state average—and 5th-grade science hit 54%, also well above state levels. This represents a strong year-over-year improvement in science (up from 46.8%). The school’s overall ranking improved from the 61st to the 65th percentile over two years. By contrast, Oglethorpe County Primary School excels in early-childhood support, with a lower student-teacher ratio (10.6:1 vs. 12.3:1) and higher per-student spending ($16,147 vs. $13,682), reflecting the need for more adult attention in grades PK-2. Both schools serve high-poverty populations (86-89% free/reduced lunch), yet the elementary school’s 5th-grade results prove that strong STEM outcomes are achievable despite socioeconomic challenges.

A clear pattern emerges: proficiency rises with grade level. In 2025-2026 math, scores climb from 42% in 3rd grade to 43.9% in 4th grade and 59.8% in 5th grade, with 5th grade significantly outpacing the state while earlier grades lag. English Language Arts remains a challenge in early grades (25.1% in 3rd grade), but by 5th grade, ELA proficiency (44.5%) actually exceeds the state average (43%). Chronic absenteeism is a relative strength—14.5% at the elementary school, below the state’s 17.7%—suggesting strong family engagement. The district holds a 3-star rating and ranks 82nd of 201 districts, with the elementary school outperforming the district’s overall percentile. For parents, this means the elementary school offers exceptional upper-grade math and science instruction, while the primary school provides strong foundational support, though early literacy intervention may be needed to accelerate reading gains.