Summary:
The 31721 zip code is home to a single public elementary school, Live Oak Elementary School, which serves grades PK-5 with a total enrollment of 780 students. The school is part of the Dougherty County school district, which is ranked 163 out of 206 districts in Georgia and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Live Oak Elementary School is struggling academically, with proficiency rates on the Georgia Milestones Assessments that are significantly lower than the Dougherty County district and the state of Georgia across all grade levels and subject areas. For example, in 3rd grade ELA, the school's proficiency rate is 22% compared to 21.1% for the district and 34.9% for the state. The school's academic performance has also been declining relative to other schools in the state, with its statewide ranking dropping from 1,020 out of 1,242 Georgia elementary schools in 2022-2023 to 973 out of 1,238 in 2024-2025.
One potential contributing factor to the school's academic challenges is the high poverty level of its student population, with 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. The Dougherty County school district as a whole is also struggling, which may be exacerbating the issues faced by Live Oak Elementary School. Addressing these challenges will likely require a comprehensive approach involving the school, the district, and the broader community.
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