Summary:
Oglethorpe County, Georgia is home to two public elementary schools serving students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. Oglethorpe County Primary School and Oglethorpe County Elementary School are part of the Oglethorpe County School District, which is ranked 72 out of 206 districts in the state and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.
While the schools do not stand out as exceptional performers, they serve a student population with significant socioeconomic challenges, with over 70% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Academically, Oglethorpe County Elementary School has generally performed below the state average on the Georgia Milestones Assessment, with proficiency rates ranging from 25.1% to 57.2% across different grade levels and subject areas. The schools have maintained a consistent 3-star rating from SchoolDigger over the past few years, indicating a relatively stable level of academic performance.
In terms of funding, Oglethorpe County Primary School spends $11,831 per student, while Oglethorpe County Elementary School spends $9,942 per student. Both schools have relatively low student-teacher ratios, with Oglethorpe County Primary School at 11.2 and Oglethorpe County Elementary School at 12. These differences in resource allocation may reflect different priorities or strategies within the district.
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