Elementary Schools in Pierce County

The elementary schools located in Pierce County, Georgia, serve students from kindergarten through 5th grade. This analysis examines the performance and characteristics of the three elementary schools in the district: Blackshear Elementary School, Midway Elementary School, and Patterson Elementary School.

Among the three schools, Patterson Elementary School stands out as a consistent top performer, consistently ranking among the top 100 elementary schools in Georgia and outperforming the county and state averages in most test score categories, particularly in mathematics and science. Midway Elementary School also performs well, with strong results in English Language Arts and Mathematics, and excelling in 5th-grade science. In contrast, Blackshear Elementary School lags behind the other two schools, with several grade levels scoring below the county and state averages.

Across all three schools, the data reveals high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 67.12% to 67.28%, suggesting that the student population may face socioeconomic challenges. The spending per student and student-teacher ratios are relatively consistent across the schools. These findings highlight the importance of considering factors beyond just test scores, such as student demographics and community context, when evaluating school performance and identifying opportunities for improvement.