Serving 544 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Diamond Lakes Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Diamond Lakes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Diamond Lakes Elementary School's student population of 544 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Diamond Lakes Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Diamond Lakes Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1803 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
82%
36%
White
7%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Diamond Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Diamond Lakes Elementary School is ranked #1803 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Diamond Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Diamond Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deer Chase Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Diamond Lakes Elementary School?
544 students attend Diamond Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Diamond Lakes Elementary School students are Black, 7% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Diamond Lakes Elementary School?
Diamond Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Diamond Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Diamond Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Diamond Lakes Elementary School part of?
Diamond Lakes Elementary School is part of Richmond County School District.
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