Serving 809 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Chatham Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 26% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 809 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Chatham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Chatham Elementary School's student population of 809 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
809 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Chatham Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Chatham Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1587 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
56%
36%
White
19%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
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 West Chatham Elementary School's ranking?
West Chatham Elementary School is ranked #1587 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are West Chatham Elementary School often compared to?
West Chatham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pooler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend West Chatham Elementary School?
809 students attend West Chatham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of West Chatham Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Chatham Elementary School?
West Chatham Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Chatham Elementary School offer ?
West Chatham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Chatham Elementary School part of?
West Chatham Elementary School is part of Savannah-Chatham County School District.
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