Serving 797 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hiram 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 27% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 797 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hiram Elementary School's student population of 797 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
797 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hiram 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 Hiram 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
#1372 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
61%
36%
White
12%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Paulding County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hiram Elementary School's ranking?
Hiram Elementary School is ranked #1372 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Hiram Elementary School?
797 students attend Hiram Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Hiram Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hiram Elementary School?
Hiram Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hiram Elementary School offer ?
Hiram Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hiram Elementary School part of?
Hiram Elementary School is part of Paulding County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
HES has been the best elementary school that I could hope for my 3 children. We have developed an amazing relationship with the principal (Mr. Wilder is the BEST EVER as my kids often say) as well as many teachers and staff members from Kindergarten through 5th grade. My kids love going to school everyday. The school is always clean, they keep parents involved and informed, and the environment overall is very pleasant.
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