Altamaha Elementary School
380 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Altamaha Elementary School, located at 344 Altamaha School Rd in Baxley, Georgia, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Appling County School District. As a primary school, it is dedicated to providing a supportive and structured learning environment for young students in the community, focusing on core academic subjects while fostering early social and developmental skills. The school is situated in a rural, close-knit area, which often translates to a community-oriented atmosphere where parental involvement and local support are prioritized to enhance the student experience.
Beyond standard academics, Altamaha Elementary typically emphasizes the cultivation of a positive school culture that encourages curiosity, character development, and academic growth. Like many schools in the Appling County system, it strives to balance traditional classroom instruction with modern educational tools to prepare students for the transition to middle school. By maintaining a focus on foundational literacy and numeracy, the school aims to ensure that its students have the necessary baseline skills to succeed in their future educational endeavors.
Beyond standard academics, Altamaha Elementary typically emphasizes the cultivation of a positive school culture that encourages curiosity, character development, and academic growth. Like many schools in the Appling County system, it strives to balance traditional classroom instruction with modern educational tools to prepare students for the transition to middle school. By maintaining a focus on foundational literacy and numeracy, the school aims to ensure that its students have the necessary baseline skills to succeed in their future educational endeavors.
380
Total Students
26.8
Full-Time Teachers
14.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
100.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 310 |
| Hispanic | 34 |
| Black | 18 |
| Two or More | 18 |
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White310 (81.6 %)
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Hispanic34 (8.9 %)
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Black18 (4.7 %)
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Two or More18 (4.7 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Appling County |
| Phone: | (912)367-3713 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 380 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 26.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 381 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
50
Kindergarten
57
Grade 1
50
Grade 2
59
Grade 3
47
Grade 4
58
Grade 5
59
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 50 |
| Kindergarten | 57 |
| Grade 1 | 50 |
| Grade 2 | 59 |
| Grade 3 | 47 |
| Grade 4 | 58 |
| Grade 5 | 59 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 192 | 50.5% |
| Male | 188 | 49.5% |
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
1,189 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th