Serving 482 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tesnatee Gap Elementary (Old White Co. Intermediate) ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tesnatee Gap Elementary (Old White Co. Intermediate)'s student population of 482 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tesnatee Gap Elementary (Old White Co. Intermediate) ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tesnatee Gap Elementary (Old White Co. Intermediate) is 0.19, 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
#872 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
1%
36%
White
90%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
White County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tesnatee Gap Elementary (Old White Co. Intermediate)'s ranking?
Tesnatee Gap Elementary (Old White Co. Intermediate) is ranked #872 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Tesnatee Gap Elementary (Old White Co. Intermediate)?
482 students attend Tesnatee Gap Elementary (Old White Co. Intermediate).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Tesnatee Gap Elementary (Old White Co. Intermediate) students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tesnatee Gap Elementary (Old White Co. Intermediate)?
Tesnatee Gap Elementary (Old White Co. Intermediate) has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tesnatee Gap Elementary (Old White Co. Intermediate) offer ?
Tesnatee Gap Elementary (Old White Co. Intermediate) offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tesnatee Gap Elementary (Old White Co. Intermediate) part of?
Tesnatee Gap Elementary (Old White Co. Intermediate) is part of White County School District.
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