Serving 370 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Mitchell County Primary 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 19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Math Proficiency: 19%
- Reading Proficiency: 17%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mitchell County Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Mitchell County Primary School's student population of 370 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Soaring Towards Success: Building a Brighter Future
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mitchell County Primary School is 0.28, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)17%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
84%
36%
White
8%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% GA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Mitchell County Primary School?
370 students attend Mitchell County Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Mitchell County Primary School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mitchell County Primary School?
Mitchell County Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mitchell County Primary School offer ?
Mitchell County Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mitchell County Primary School part of?
Mitchell County Primary School is part of Mitchell County School District.
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