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Yargo Elementary School

Elementary School · Barrow County

1000 Haymon Morris Rd, Winder, GA 30680

Enrollment

796

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,407 of 2,268

In Winder

#7 of 11

public schools

In district

#10 of 16

Barrow County

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Yargo Elementary School

5.7/10

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

Haymon-morris Middle School

4.7/10

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6.0/10

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About Yargo Elementary School

Yargo Elementary School is a public elementary school in Winder, GA, part of Barrow County. Yargo Elementary School serves approximately 796 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Yargo Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,407 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Yargo Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • GA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-5.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.8 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,943
Chronic Absenteeism19.6%

Yargo Elementary School — Students at Yargo Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 58.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 59.2% (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
89%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
95%
ELA
99.5%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
97%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
36%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
37%
ELA
31%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Yargo Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
38th percentile in GA
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.6%

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

1000 Haymon Morris Rd, Winder, GA 30680

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Yargo Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mulberry Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Auburn), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harbins Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Dacula), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Winder Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 4.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Winder, see our Winder schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Haymon-Morris Middle School Winder 0.1 mi 4.7
Apalachee High School Winder 0.3 mi 6.0
Westside Middle School Winder 2.5 mi 4.1
Kennedy Elementary School Winder 2.6 mi 6.4
Harbins Elementary School Dacula 3.9 mi 7.7
Auburn Elementary School Auburn 4.6 mi 4.4
Winder Elementary School Winder 4.8 mi 7.6
Bethlehem Elementary School Bethlehem 4.5 mi 6.4
BETHLEHEM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bethlehem 4.4 mi 5.8
Russell Middle School Winder 5.0 mi 5.5
Walker Park Elementary School Monroe 5.6 mi 6.9
Winder-Barrow High School Winder 5.2 mi 5.2
Bramlett Elementary School Auburn 6.2 mi 6.8
County Line Elementary School Winder 6.1 mi 6.6
Archer High School Lawrenceville 6.4 mi 6.7
Mulberry Elementary School Auburn 7.1 mi 8.4
Alcova Elementary School Dacula 6.4 mi 6.7
Dacula Middle School Dacula 6.7 mi 7.1
Dacula High School Dacula 7.0 mi 5.8
Loganville Middle School Loganville 7.9 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30680 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,038

Median Home Value

$244,700

Median Rent

$1,169/mo

Population

47,433

College Educated

20.6%

Homeownership

78.6%

Avg Commute

32.7 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

37.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Yargo Elementary School

What grades does Yargo Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Yargo Elementary School?

Yargo Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 796 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Yargo Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Yargo Elementary School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Yargo Elementary School rank in GA?

Yargo Elementary School ranks #1,407 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Yargo Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Yargo 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 Yargo Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Yargo Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Yargo Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Yargo Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

69.5% of students at Yargo 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
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
12 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
796
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Barrow County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.6%

District

Barrow County
District Enrollment
15,277
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,943
District Rank
#10 of 16

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