Elementary Schools in Polk County

The Polk County school district in Georgia is home to 6 elementary schools that serve students from kindergarten through 5th grade. While the overall performance of these schools lags behind state averages, a few standout institutions emerge from the data. Cherokee Elementary School consistently outperforms the Polk County and Georgia averages on state assessments, particularly in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science. Similarly, Westside Elementary School excels in Mathematics, with 45.5% of 4th graders proficient or better, compared to 36.9% for Polk County and 48.1% for the state.

The data also reveals some common challenges faced by Polk County elementary schools. All institutions have high rates of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 77.87% at Van Wert Elementary School to 78.04% at Youngs Grove Elementary School. This suggests that the schools serve communities with significant socioeconomic challenges. Additionally, per-student spending across the district varies from $8,361 at Eastside Elementary School to $10,095 at Northside Elementary, which may contribute to the overall performance gap compared to state averages.

Despite these challenges, the data provides a valuable snapshot of the Polk County elementary school landscape. While some schools stand out, the overall performance of the district suggests that targeted interventions and additional resources may be needed to help these students succeed and close the achievement gap with the rest of the state.