Elbert County

The Elbert County school district in Georgia consists of 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. While the district appears to be relatively well-funded, with higher-than-average spending per student, the academic performance of its schools lags behind state averages, and there are indications of potential equity concerns.

Among the standout schools, Elbert County Elementary School ranks the highest in the district, outperforming the state average in 3rd grade English Language Arts and Math. In contrast, Elbert County Middle School performs better than the county and state averages in Algebra I End of Course exams, but its overall ranking is low compared to other middle schools in Georgia. The district's other schools, Elbert County High School and Elbert County Primary School, do not stand out in the data provided.

The high free/reduced lunch rates across the district, ranging from 58.06% at Elbert County High School to over 85% at the three other schools, suggest a high level of economic disadvantage among the student populations. This raises questions about the equitable distribution of resources and opportunities for students in Elbert County. Overall, the data highlights both strengths and challenges within the district, and further investigation may be needed to address the academic performance and equity concerns.