ROCKY PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Rocky Plains Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Newton County school district, located in Covington, GA with about 588 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 41 teachers, Rocky Plains 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.

Rocky Plains Elementary School is a public school serving students in Covington, Georgia, as part of the Newton County School System. Located on Highway 162 South, the school is dedicated to providing a supportive academic environment that fosters student growth, character development, and foundational learning. It serves as a key educational hub for the local community, focusing on preparing young learners for success as they transition through their primary education years.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Newton County School District, which emphasizes high standards, community engagement, and the integration of modern instructional practices. By maintaining a focus on core curriculum areas and extracurricular enrichment, Rocky Plains strives to cultivate a positive school culture where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best. For families interested in enrollment, specific academic calendars, or district policies, the school’s information is maintained through the official Newton County School System website.

For more information, contact Rocky Plains Elementary School at (770) 784-4987 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

5300 Highway 162 S
Covington, GA 30016
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ROCKY PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Covington, GA with about 588 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Newton County
Total Students:
588
Teachers:
41.6
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 588 students

White
54.3%
Black or African American
31.1%
Hispanic/Latino
9.0%
Two or more races
4.8%
Asian
0.9%

Female
44.9%
Male
55.1%

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.