Elementary Schools in Taylor County

The elementary schools in Taylor County, Georgia are struggling to meet the academic needs of their students. The district is ranked 146 out of 206 districts in the state and has a 2-star rating, with both Taylor County Primary School (grades PK-2) and Taylor County Elementary (grades 3-5) consistently performing below the state average on standardized tests.

Both schools have a 100% free/reduced lunch rate, indicating a high-poverty student population. The schools' test scores in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science are significantly lower than the Georgia averages across multiple grade levels. For example, in 2024-2025, Taylor County Elementary's 3rd-grade ELA proficiency rate was 13.4% compared to the state average of 34.9%. Additionally, Taylor County Elementary's statewide ranking has declined over the past few years, from 767 out of 1,242 schools in 2022-2023 to 746 out of 1,238 schools in 2024-2025.

The relatively low spending per student, at $10,501 for Taylor County Primary School and $9,691 for Taylor County Elementary, may be a contributing factor to the schools' struggles. The student-teacher ratios are 12.8 and 10.3, respectively, which are lower than the state average. Addressing the unique challenges faced by these high-poverty schools, such as resource allocation and targeted interventions, may be crucial to improving student outcomes in the Taylor County School District.