Serving 394 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dorsett Shoals Elementary School ranks in the top 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 31% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% 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: 394 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dorsett Shoals Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dorsett Shoals Elementary School's student population of 394 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dorsett Shoals Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dorsett Shoals Elementary School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1001 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
27%
19%
Black
39%
36%
White
27%
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
73%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Dorsett Shoals Elementary School's ranking?
Dorsett Shoals Elementary School is ranked #1001 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dorsett Shoals Elementary School often compared to?
Dorsett Shoals Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burnett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Dorsett Shoals Elementary School?
394 students attend Dorsett Shoals Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Dorsett Shoals Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dorsett Shoals Elementary School?
Dorsett Shoals Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dorsett Shoals Elementary School offer ?
Dorsett Shoals Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dorsett Shoals Elementary School part of?
Dorsett Shoals Elementary School is part of Douglas County School District.
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