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Button Gwinnett Elementary School

Elementary School · Liberty County

635 Taylor Rd, Hinesville, GA 31313

Enrollment

983

Student-Teacher

24.6:1

Score

3.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#2,110 of 2,268

In Hinesville

#8 of 10

public schools

In district

#10 of 12

Liberty County

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Button Gwinnett Elementary School

3.6/10

Elementary School in Hinesville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Button Gwinnett Elementary School

Button Gwinnett Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hinesville, GA, part of Liberty County. Button Gwinnett Elementary School serves approximately 983 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 24.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Button Gwinnett Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,110 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Button Gwinnett Elementary School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.5
  • GA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Button Gwinnett Elementary School runs 24.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

56% of students at Button Gwinnett Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-5.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.8% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-13.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment1.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio24.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,560
Chronic Absenteeism56.2%

Button Gwinnett Elementary School — Students at Button Gwinnett Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

78.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 48.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 50.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
80%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
98%
2014
Math
25%
ELA
31%
2015
Math
29%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
34%
2024
Math
29%
ELA
26.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.

How Button Gwinnett Elementary School Compares

See how Button Gwinnett Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.6/10
7th percentile in GA
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
1.2/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
25:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
56.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

635 Taylor Rd, Hinesville, GA 31313

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Button Gwinnett Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bryan County Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 19.8 miles away, in nearby Pembroke), which scores notably higher. Another option is Taylors Creek Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McClelland Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Ludowici), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hinesville, see our Hinesville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Bradwell Institute Hinesville 0.7 mi 5.6
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hinesville 0.9 mi 7.1
Snelson-Golden Middle School Hinesville 1.2 mi 3.4
Joseph Martin Elementary School Hinesville 1.2 mi 4.0
Lewis Frasier Middle School Hinesville 3.1 mi 3.7
Frank Long Elementary School Hinesville 3.2 mi 4.9
Liberty County High School Hinesville 3.3 mi 5.9
Lyman Hall Elementary School Hinesville 4.4 mi 3.2
Waldo Pafford Elementary School Hinesville 4.1 mi 4.0
Taylors Creek Elementary School Hinesville 4.4 mi 6.8
GODS HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hinesville 5.6 mi 7.8
Liberty Elementary School Midway 9.5 mi 5.3
Midway Middle School Midway 9.5 mi 5.4
McClelland Elementary School Ludowici 11.2 mi 6.3
Long County Middle School Ludowici 11.2 mi 5.3
FAITH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ludowici 13.2 mi 7.2
Smiley Elementary School Ludowici 13.6 mi 3.0
Long County High School Ludowici 13.8 mi 7.4
Bryan County Elementary School Pembroke 19.8 mi 8.2
Richmond Hill Middle School Richmond Hill 17.0 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 31313 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,443

Median Home Value

$173,100

Median Rent

$1,143/mo

Population

42,034

College Educated

20.3%

Homeownership

49%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

14.6%

Median Age

29.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Button Gwinnett Elementary School

What grades does Button Gwinnett Elementary School serve?

Button Gwinnett Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Button Gwinnett Elementary School?

Button Gwinnett Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 983 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Button Gwinnett Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Button Gwinnett Elementary School is 24.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Button Gwinnett Elementary School rank in GA?

Button Gwinnett Elementary School ranks #2,110 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Button Gwinnett Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Button Gwinnett Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Button Gwinnett Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Button Gwinnett Elementary School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Button Gwinnett Elementary School a charter school?

No, Button Gwinnett Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Button Gwinnett Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Button Gwinnett Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Button Gwinnett Elementary School?

78.8% of students at Button Gwinnett Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
983
Student-Teacher Ratio
24.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
78.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Liberty County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
56.2%

District

Liberty County
District Enrollment
10,740
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,560
District Rank
#10 of 12

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