Very Good
#745 of 2,268 schools in GA
Top 33% in state
Dearing Elementary School
Elementary School · Mcduffie County · Dearing, GA
A Mcduffie County elementary school where students score 13 points above what's typical for similar communities.
500 Main St N, Dearing, GA 30808
- Math 50% vs GA 42% (2024)
- Reading 40% vs GA 42% (2024)
- 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Dearing Elementary School score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
2024 GA proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. GA average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 16-year record (2009–2024), then recovered 18 points since 2020, reaching 45% in 2024.
Show all 15 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 57% (multi-year average, 2009-2024) · reading/ELA 53% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
79.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Dearing Elementary School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 5Car-Dependent
- Bike 13Somewhat Bikeable
- County Safety: Elevated715/100K
Powered by
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · county context, not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. A newer release may be available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$50,598
Median home value
$152,400
Median rent
$901/mo
College educated
9.8%
Homeownership
65.3%
Poverty rate
20.3%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 30808; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Harlem Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 6.2 | PK–5 | 3.9 mi | 899 | Compare → |
| Maxwell Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 6.3 | PK–1 | Not available | 456 | Compare → |
| Norris Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 5.8 | 4–5 | Not available | 288 | Compare → |
| Thomson Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 7.1 | 2–3 | Not available | 308 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Mcduffie County
- Schools in district
- 6
- Rank in district
- #1 of 6
- District spending per student
- $15,648NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 29.8%Census SAIPE · 2024
Dearing Elementary School is listed in McDuffie County; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Dearing Elementary School
Dearing Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dearing, GA, part of Mcduffie County, serving approximately 422 students in grades Pre-K-5th with a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #745 of 2,268 schools in GA. State assessment records show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Dearing Elementary School
What grades does Dearing Elementary School serve?
Dearing Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Dearing Elementary School?
Dearing Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 422 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dearing Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dearing Elementary School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dearing Elementary School rank in GA?
Dearing Elementary School ranks #745 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Dearing Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dearing Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Dearing Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dearing Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dearing Elementary School a charter school?
No, Dearing Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dearing Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Dearing Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dearing Elementary School?
79.9% of students at Dearing 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 422
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- McDuffie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.5%
- Phone
- (706) 986-4900
- Area population (ZIP 30808)
- 4,302
- Area average commute
- 23.8 min
- Area median age
- 33
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 GA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 GA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 GA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 GA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 30808; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2024; directory SY 2023–24
Related reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.