Elementary Schools in Putnam County

The two elementary schools in Putnam County, Georgia - Putnam County Primary School and Putnam County Elementary School - are both performing below the state average on academic measures, with no clear standout schools in the area. The data suggests these schools face challenges in student achievement and serve a predominantly economically disadvantaged population.

Both Putnam County Primary School and Putnam County Elementary School are ranked in the bottom half of Georgia elementary schools, with a 2-star rating out of 5 from SchoolDigger. The schools' proficiency rates in core subjects like English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science lag behind the state averages. For example, Putnam County Elementary School's 5th-grade proficiency rate in English Language Arts was 38.7%, compared to the state average of 48.2%.

The high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at both schools, over 80%, indicate they serve a predominantly economically disadvantaged population. While Putnam County Elementary School spent more per student ($13,469) than Putnam County Primary School ($11,074) in 2018-2019, the schools have consistently performed below the state average, suggesting the need for the district to examine its resource allocation and funding priorities to address these academic challenges.