Serving 796 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Chatham Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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: 796 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Chatham Elementary School's student population of 796 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
796 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Chatham 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 West Chatham Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1390 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
58%
36%
White
15%
34%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
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 West Chatham Elementary School's ranking?
West Chatham Elementary School is ranked #1390 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are West Chatham Elementary School often compared to?
West Chatham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pooler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend West Chatham Elementary School?
796 students attend West Chatham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of West Chatham Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Chatham Elementary School?
West Chatham Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Chatham Elementary School offer ?
West Chatham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Chatham Elementary School part of?
West Chatham Elementary School is part of Savannah-Chatham County School District.
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