Serving 500 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hightower Trail 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 20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hightower Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Hightower Trail Elementary School's student population of 500 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
500 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Today, I will do my best to be my best.
School Rankings
Hightower Trail 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 Hightower Trail Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#1598 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
20%
20%
Black
60%
36%
White
14%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Rockdale County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trailblazers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hightower Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Hightower Trail Elementary School is ranked #1598 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Hightower Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Hightower Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flat Shoals Elementary School, Honey Creek Elementary School, Peek's Chapel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Hightower Trail Elementary School?
500 students attend Hightower Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Hightower Trail Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hightower Trail Elementary School?
Hightower Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hightower Trail Elementary School offer ?
Hightower Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hightower Trail Elementary School part of?
Hightower Trail Elementary School is part of Rockdale County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Excellent school with very involved and professional principal. Activities are VERY organized, excellent communication keeping parents in the loop. The staff is great, school is clean. I will be very sad when my daughter has to leave for middle school next year. This school takes pride in being top notch. They do so much for the children with field trips, extracurricular activities, award ceremonies each quarter. I love this school and so do my children. I'm very thankful this school was a part of their childhood and development. I couldn't ask for a better school.
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