Serving 15 students in grades 6-11, Turner County Specialty School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was higher than the Georgia state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was higher than the Georgia state average of 41%).
Minority enrollment was 74% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-11
Total Students
15 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
4 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
19%
Black
67%
36%
White
26%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)<50%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% GA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Turner County Specialty School?
The graduation rate of Turner County Specialty School is 50%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 83%.
How many students attend Turner County Specialty School?
15 students attend Turner County Specialty School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Turner County Specialty School students are Black, 26% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Turner County Specialty School offer ?
Turner County Specialty School offers enrollment in grades 6-11
What school district is Turner County Specialty School part of?
Turner County Specialty School is part of Turner County School District.
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