Serving 405 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Porterdale 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 94% 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: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Porterdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Porterdale Elementary School's student population of 405 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
405 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Porterdale 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 Porterdale Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#1958 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
76%
36%
White
6%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Newton County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Porterdale Elementary School's ranking?
Porterdale Elementary School is ranked #1958 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Porterdale Elementary School often compared to?
Porterdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Live Oak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Porterdale Elementary School?
405 students attend Porterdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Porterdale Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Porterdale Elementary School?
Porterdale Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Porterdale Elementary School offer ?
Porterdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Porterdale Elementary School part of?
Porterdale Elementary School is part of Newton County School District.
School Calendar
View the Porterdale Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School 2026-2027
August 03, 2026 (Monday)
Fall Break: No school for students
October 12, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break: No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Winter Holiday Break: School Closed For Staff and Students
December 21, 2026 (Monday)
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