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Very Good

#824 of 2,268 schools in GA

Top 36% in state

J. T. Reddick Elementary School

Elementary School · Tift County

404 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Tifton, GA 31794

Enrollment

344

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#824 of 2,268

In Tifton

#3 of 10

public schools

In district

#3 of 11

Tift County

Equity

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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J. T. Reddick Elementary School

7.1/10

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

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6.6/10

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About J. T. Reddick Elementary School

J. T. Reddick Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tifton, GA, part of Tift County.

J. T. Reddick Elementary School serves approximately 344 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio.

J. T. Reddick Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #824 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for J. T. Reddick Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.6
  • GA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.5% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.8% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected+17.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,804
Chronic Absenteeism20.1%

J. T. Reddick Elementary School — Students at J. T. Reddick Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 53.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 55.8% (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
75%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
97%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
98%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
34%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
39.5%
ELA
35.8%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How J. T. Reddick Elementary School Compares

See how J. T. Reddick Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
64th percentile in GA
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

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

404 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Tifton, GA 31794

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering J. T. Reddick Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Len Lastinger Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is G. O. Bailey Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Annie Belle Clark Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tifton, see our Tifton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Matt Wilson Elementary School Tifton 0.7 mi 6.6
Charles Spencer Elementary School Tifton 1.0 mi 5.6
Eighth Street Middle School Tifton 1.8 mi 5.0
G. O. Bailey Elementary School Tifton 1.9 mi 7.6
Northside Elementary School Tifton 2.4 mi 4.5
Len Lastinger Elementary School Tifton 2.5 mi 7.7
Tift County High School Tifton 3.0 mi 4.9
Annie Belle Clark Elementary School Tifton 3.0 mi 6.9
Northeast Middle School Tifton 3.4 mi 6.0
TIFTAREA ACADEMY Chula 7.3 mi 5.4
Omega Elementary School Omega 8.5 mi 6.9
Norman Park Elementary School Norman Park 15.8 mi 6.8
Cook Primary School Adel 19.6 mi 6.7
Cook County Middle School Sparks 20.0 mi 6.7
Cook Elementary School Sparks 20.1 mi 5.8
Turner County Middle School Ashburn 20.1 mi 5.0
Turner County High School Ashburn 20.1 mi 6.3
COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Adel 20.5 mi 7.2
Irwin County Middle School Ocilla 18.7 mi 6.7
Irwin County High School Ocilla 18.7 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 31794 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$44,569

Median Home Value

$111,900

Median Rent

$795/mo

Population

27,185

College Educated

17.6%

Homeownership

54.2%

Avg Commute

23.6 min

Poverty Rate

26.6%

Median Age

37.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about J. T. Reddick Elementary School

What grades does J. T. Reddick Elementary School serve?

J. T. Reddick Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend J. T. Reddick Elementary School?

J. T. Reddick Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at J. T. Reddick Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at J. T. Reddick Elementary School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does J. T. Reddick Elementary School rank in GA?

J. T. Reddick Elementary School ranks #824 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is J. T. Reddick Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

J. T. Reddick Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 J. T. Reddick Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, J. T. Reddick Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is J. T. Reddick Elementary School a charter school?

No, J. T. Reddick Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is J. T. Reddick Elementary School a Title I school?

No, J. T. Reddick Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for J. T. Reddick Elementary School?

100.0% of students at J. T. Reddick 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
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Tift County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

District

Tift County
District Enrollment
7,631
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,804
District Rank
#3 of 11

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