Serving 284 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Susie King Taylor Community 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Susie King Taylor Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Susie King Taylor Community School's student population of 284 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Susie King Taylor Community 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 Susie King Taylor Community School is 0.35, 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
#1740 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
80%
36%
White
10%
34%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Susie King Taylor Community School's ranking?
Susie King Taylor Community School is ranked #1740 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Susie King Taylor Community School?
284 students attend Susie King Taylor Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Susie King Taylor Community School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Susie King Taylor Community School?
Susie King Taylor Community School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Susie King Taylor Community School offer ?
Susie King Taylor Community School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Susie King Taylor Community School part of?
Susie King Taylor Community School is part of Savannah-Chatham County School District.
In what neighborhood is Susie King Taylor Community School located?
Susie King Taylor Community School is located in the Metropolitan neighborhood of Savannah, GA.
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