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Sallie Zetterower Elementary School

Elementary School · Bulloch County

1200 Cawana Rd, Statesboro, GA 30461

Enrollment

756

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,408 of 2,268

In Statesboro

#6 of 10

public schools

In district

#11 of 15

Bulloch County

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Sallie Zetterower Elementary School

5.7/10

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

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4.1/10

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About Sallie Zetterower Elementary School

Sallie Zetterower Elementary School is a public elementary school in Statesboro, GA, part of Bulloch County. Sallie Zetterower Elementary School serves approximately 756 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sallie Zetterower Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,408 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Sallie Zetterower Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • GA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.2% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.5% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-7.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.3 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,007
Chronic Absenteeism26.6%

Sallie Zetterower Elementary School — Students at Sallie Zetterower Elementary School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 52.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 53.6% (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
85%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
28%
ELA
34%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
36%
ELA
35%
2024
Math
34.2%
ELA
28.5%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Sallie Zetterower Elementary School Compares

See how Sallie Zetterower Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
38th percentile in GA
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
6.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.6%

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

1200 Cawana Rd, Statesboro, GA 30461

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sallie Zetterower Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brooklet Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Brooklet), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nevils Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 10.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Julia P. Bryant Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Statesboro, see our Statesboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Statesboro High School Statesboro 1.7 mi 4.1
Mill Creek Elementary School Statesboro 2.4 mi 6.6
TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Statesboro 2.5 mi 4.0
BIBLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Statesboro 2.5 mi 6.6
Statesboro STEAM Academy Statesboro 2.7 mi 6.8
Julia P. Bryant Elementary School Statesboro 3.5 mi 7.6
Langston Chapel Middle School Statesboro 3.6 mi 4.2
Mattie Lively Elementary School Statesboro 4.0 mi 5.8
Langston Chapel Elementary School Statesboro 3.6 mi 4.0
BULLOCH ACADEMY Statesboro 4.0 mi 5.2
Brooklet Elementary School Brooklet 5.3 mi 8.7
Southeast Bulloch Middle School Brooklet 5.8 mi 6.7
William James Middle School Statesboro 6.0 mi 5.4
Southeast Bulloch High School Brooklet 5.8 mi 6.3
Nevils Elementary School Statesboro 10.5 mi 8.2
Portal Elementary School Portal 13.2 mi 7.2
Portal Middle/High School Portal 13.5 mi 7.4
Stilson Elementary School Brooklet 13.7 mi 6.0
Metter Elementary School Metter 17.3 mi 5.3
Metter High School Metter 17.8 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30461 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,167

Median Home Value

$232,500

Median Rent

$1,108/mo

Population

17,512

College Educated

40.8%

Homeownership

72.8%

Avg Commute

25.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.2%

Median Age

38.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sallie Zetterower Elementary School

What grades does Sallie Zetterower Elementary School serve?

Sallie Zetterower Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Sallie Zetterower Elementary School?

Sallie Zetterower Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 756 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sallie Zetterower Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sallie Zetterower Elementary School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sallie Zetterower Elementary School rank in GA?

Sallie Zetterower Elementary School ranks #1,408 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Sallie Zetterower Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sallie Zetterower Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Sallie Zetterower Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sallie Zetterower Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Sallie Zetterower Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Sallie Zetterower Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Sallie Zetterower Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sallie Zetterower Elementary School?

80.0% of students at Sallie Zetterower 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
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
756
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Bulloch County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.6%

District

Bulloch County
District Enrollment
11,068
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,007
District Rank
#11 of 15

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