Very Good
#553 of 2,268 schools in GA
Top 24% in state
Susie King Taylor Community School
Elementary School · Savannah-Chatham County
1709 Bull St, Savannah, GA 31401
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#553 of 2,268
In Savannah
#11 of 48
public schools
In district
#13 of 58
Savannah-Chatham County
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Susie King Taylor Community School
Elementary School in Savannah · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Susie King Taylor Community School
Susie King Taylor Community School is a public elementary school in Savannah, GA, part of Savannah-Chatham County. Susie King Taylor Community School serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Susie King Taylor Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #553 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Susie King Taylor Community School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 5.8
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Susie King Taylor Community School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Susie King Taylor Community School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Susie King Taylor Community School — Students at Susie King Taylor Community School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from GA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.7/10.
How Susie King Taylor Community School Compares
See how Susie King Taylor Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1709 Bull St, Savannah, GA 31401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Susie King Taylor Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Savannah Classical Academy Charter School (rated 9.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Esther F. Garrison School for the Arts (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jacob G. Smith Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Savannah, see our Savannah schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gadsden Elementary School Savannah | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Savannah Classical Academy Charter School Savannah | 0.7 mi | 9.8 |
| Savannah Classical Academy Charter High School Savannah | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Ellis Elementary School Savannah | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Esther F. Garrison School for the Arts Savannah | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Savannah Arts Academy Savannah | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Hubert Middle School Savannah | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| ST VINCENTS ACADEMY Savannah | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| RAMAH JUNIOR ACADEMY Savannah | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| RAMAH JUNIOR ACADEMY Savannah | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Henderson E Formey Jr Early Learning Center Savannah | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| VERITAS ACADEMY Savannah | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Savannah | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Beach High School Savannah | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| THE HABERSHAM SCHOOL Savannah | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Savannah-Chatham E-Learning Academy Savannah | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Andrea B Williams Elementary School Savannah | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| DeRenne Middle School Savannah | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Jacob G. Smith Elementary School Savannah | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Butler Elementary School Savannah | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 31401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,182
Median Home Value
$477,600
Median Rent
$1,428/mo
Population
20,562
College Educated
48.2%
Homeownership
32.9%
Avg Commute
16.3 min
Poverty Rate
37.3%
Median Age
27.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Anna K. Davie Elementary Rome, GA | 7.7 |
| Clairemont Elementary School Decatur, GA | 7.7 |
| International Charter Academy of Georgia Peachtree Corners, GA | 7.7 |
| Taylor County Primary School Butler, GA | 7.7 |
| Austell Elementary School Austell, GA | 7.8 |
| Mansfield Elementary School Mansfield, GA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Susie King Taylor Community School
What grades does Susie King Taylor Community School serve?
Susie King Taylor Community School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Susie King Taylor Community School?
Susie King Taylor Community School has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Susie King Taylor Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Susie King Taylor Community School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Susie King Taylor Community School rank in GA?
Susie King Taylor Community School ranks #553 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Susie King Taylor Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Susie King Taylor Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Susie King Taylor Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Susie King Taylor Community School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is Susie King Taylor Community School a charter school?
Yes, Susie King Taylor Community School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Susie King Taylor Community School a Title I school?
No, Susie King Taylor Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Susie King Taylor Community School?
91.6% of students at Susie King Taylor Community 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 309
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Chatham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.7%
- Phone
- (912) 395-4200
Resources & Links
District
Savannah-Chatham County- District Enrollment
- 35,781
- Schools in District
- 58
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,342
- District Rank
- #13 of 58
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