Serving 434 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Colbert Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colbert Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Colbert Elementary School's student population of 434 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Graduating Independent Productive Citizens
School Rankings
Colbert Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colbert Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#439 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
15%
36%
White
58%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
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 Colbert Elementary School's ranking?
Colbert Elementary School is ranked #439 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Colbert Elementary School often compared to?
Colbert Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hull-sanford Elementary School, Danielsville 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 39% GA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Colbert Elementary School?
434 students attend Colbert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Colbert Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colbert Elementary School?
Colbert Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Colbert Elementary School offer ?
Colbert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Colbert Elementary School part of?
Colbert Elementary School is part of Madison County School District.
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