Serving 543 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lavonia Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower 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 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lavonia Elementary School's student population of 543 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
543 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Every child ~ Every day ~ Whatever it takes!
School Rankings
Lavonia Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lavonia Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#959 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
14%
36%
White
64%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Lavonia Elementary School's ranking?
Lavonia Elementary School is ranked #959 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lavonia Elementary School often compared to?
Lavonia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Royston Elementary School, Carnesville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lavonia Elementary School?
543 students attend Lavonia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Lavonia Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lavonia Elementary School?
Lavonia Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lavonia Elementary School offer ?
Lavonia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lavonia Elementary School part of?
Lavonia Elementary School is part of Franklin County School District.
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