Richard Woods State School Superintendent | georgia.gov
Richard Woods State School Superintendent | georgia.gov
Van Wert Elementary School welcomed the largest number of fifth grade students among county schools, registering 219 students during the 2022-23 school year.
Within Polk County schools, the highest student count was found in ninth grade, with the smallest class sizes seen in 12th grade.
Statewide, Polk County ranked 47th in enrollment numbers, with a total of 15,037 students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year. It was also ranked 47th the year before.
As of 2024, Georgia has an average student-to-teacher ratio of approximately 15:1, which is better than the national average of 16:1. The state has its best student-to-teacher ratio of 14:1 in pre-kindergarten and middle school grades, while high school has an average ratio of 17:1.
| School name | # of 5th Grade Students Enrolled | % of Student Body | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Van Wert Elementary School | 219 | 17.5% | 1,251 |
| Eastside Elementary School | 218 | 15.8% | 1,379 |
| Cherokee Elementary School | 205 | 18.4% | 1,117 |
| Northside Elementary School | 151 | 15.8% | 957 |
| Westside Elementary School | 135 | 12.4% | 1,087 |
| Youngs Grove Elementary School | 125 | 13.7% | 914 |
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