PORTERDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Porterdale Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Newton County school district, located in Covington, GA with about 422 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 30 teachers, Porterdale Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Porterdale Elementary School, located at 45 Ram Drive in Covington, Georgia, is a dedicated member of the Newton County School System. The school serves the local community by providing a structured educational environment focused on foundational learning and student development. As part of a larger district, Porterdale Elementary emphasizes academic growth while fostering a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage with their peers and teachers to achieve their personal best.

The school is committed to the mission of preparing young learners for future success through a comprehensive curriculum and community involvement. By leveraging the resources of the Newton County School System, Porterdale Elementary offers programs designed to meet diverse student needs, ensuring that children gain essential skills in literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development. For families seeking more detailed information regarding school policies, calendar events, or academic resources, the school maintains an official presence through the Newton County Schools website.

For more information, contact Porterdale Elementary School at (770) 784-2928 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

45 Ram Dr
Covington, GA 30014
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PORTERDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Covington, GA with about 422 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Newton County
Total Students:
422
Teachers:
30.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 422 students

Black or African American
67.3%
White
13.7%
Hispanic/Latino
13.7%
Two or more races
4.0%
Asian
0.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
53.6%
Male
46.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.