Below Average
#1826 of 2,268 schools in GA
Based on limited data
Jeff Davis Primary School
Elementary School · Jeff Davis County
71 Burketts Ferry Rd, Hazlehurst, GA 31539
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on GA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
850
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
850
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#1,826 of 2,268
In Hazlehurst
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Jeff Davis County
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Jeff Davis Primary School
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About Jeff Davis Primary School
Jeff Davis Primary School is a public elementary school in Hazlehurst, GA, part of Jeff Davis County. Jeff Davis Primary School serves approximately 850 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Jeff Davis Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,826 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Jeff Davis Primary 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
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Jeff Davis Primary School Compares
See how Jeff Davis Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
71 Burketts Ferry Rd, Hazlehurst, GA 31539
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jeff Davis Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Toombs Central Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 19.7 miles away, in nearby Lyons), which scores notably higher. Another option is Appling County Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 17.1 miles away, in nearby Baxley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wheeler County Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 21.9 miles away, in nearby Alamo), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hazlehurst, see our Hazlehurst schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 31539 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,321
Median Home Value
$108,400
Median Rent
$669/mo
Population
14,117
College Educated
10.9%
Homeownership
68.7%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
28.3%
Median Age
41.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dutchtown Elementary School Hampton, GA | 4.6 |
| Hesse School Savannah, GA | 4.6 |
| Lamar County Primary School Barnesville, GA | 4.6 |
| Lockheed Elementary School Marietta, GA | 4.6 |
| Northcutt Elementary School College Park, GA | 4.6 |
| Westside Elementary School Douglas, GA | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jeff Davis Primary School
What grades does Jeff Davis Primary School serve?
Jeff Davis Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Jeff Davis Primary School?
Jeff Davis Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 850 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jeff Davis Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Jeff Davis Primary School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jeff Davis Primary School rank in GA?
Jeff Davis Primary School ranks #1,826 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Jeff Davis Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Jeff Davis Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Jeff Davis Primary School a charter school?
No, Jeff Davis Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jeff Davis Primary School a Title I school?
No, Jeff Davis Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jeff Davis Primary School?
86.1% of students at Jeff Davis Primary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 850
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Jeff Davis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.5%
- Phone
- (912) 375-6720
Resources & Links
District
Jeff Davis County- District Enrollment
- 3,077
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,458
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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