Serving 559 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Flippen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Flippen Elementary School's student population of 559 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
559 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Flippen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Flippen Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1620 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
63%
36%
White
11%
34%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flippen Elementary School's ranking?
Flippen Elementary School is ranked #1620 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Flippen Elementary School?
559 students attend Flippen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Flippen Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Flippen Elementary School?
Flippen Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Flippen Elementary School offer ?
Flippen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Flippen Elementary School part of?
Flippen Elementary School is part of Henry County School District.
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