Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cox Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cox Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Cox Elementary School's student population of 466 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
EACH DAY - EXCELLENCE IN EVERY WAY!
School Rankings
Cox Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cox Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1885 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
44%
20%
Black
45%
36%
White
7%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Colquitt County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cox Elementary School's ranking?
Cox Elementary School is ranked #1885 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Cox Elementary School?
466 students attend Cox Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Cox Elementary School students are Black, 44% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cox Elementary School?
Cox Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cox Elementary School offer ?
Cox Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cox Elementary School part of?
Cox Elementary School is part of Colquitt County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School - 2026-27 SY
August 05, 2026 (Wednesday)
Fall Break (All Schools & Offices Closed)
October 23, 2026 (Friday)
Thanksgiving Break (All Schools & Offices Closed)
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break (All Schools & Offices Closed)
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Student Early Release on Last Day of School
May 21, 2027 (Friday)
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