Serving 554 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Douglas Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Douglas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Douglas Elementary School's student population of 554 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Douglas Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Douglas Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#291 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
22%
36%
White
58%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Douglas Elementary School's ranking?
South Douglas Elementary School is ranked #291 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are South Douglas Elementary School often compared to?
South Douglas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holly Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend South Douglas Elementary School?
554 students attend South Douglas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of South Douglas Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Douglas Elementary School?
South Douglas Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Douglas Elementary School offer ?
South Douglas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Douglas Elementary School part of?
South Douglas Elementary School is part of Douglas County School District.
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