Altamaha Elementary School

381 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Altamaha Elementary School, located at 344 Altamaha School Rd in Baxley, Georgia, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Appling County School District. As a primary school, it is dedicated to providing a supportive and structured learning environment for young students in the community, focusing on core academic subjects while fostering early social and developmental skills. The school is situated in a rural, close-knit area, which often translates to a community-oriented atmosphere where parental involvement and local support are prioritized to enhance the student experience.

Beyond standard academics, Altamaha Elementary typically emphasizes the cultivation of a positive school culture that encourages curiosity, character development, and academic growth. Like many schools in the Appling County system, it strives to balance traditional classroom instruction with modern educational tools to prepare students for the transition to middle school. By maintaining a focus on foundational literacy and numeracy, the school aims to ensure that its students have the necessary baseline skills to succeed in their future educational endeavors.
381
Total Students
27.8
Full-Time Teachers
13.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
100.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Altamaha Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White300
Hispanic32
Black27
Two or More22
  • White
    300 (78.7%)
  • Hispanic
    32 (8.4%)
  • Black
    27 (7.1%)
  • Two or More
    22 (5.8%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Appling County
Phone: (912)367-3713
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 381
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 27.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 381
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 47
Kindergarten 50
Grade 1 67
Grade 2 54
Grade 3 55
Grade 4 57
Grade 5 51

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Altamaha Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten47
Kindergarten50
Grade 167
Grade 254
Grade 355
Grade 457
Grade 551
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Altamaha Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female19250.4%
Male18949.6%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)