Serving 579 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Shiver Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shiver Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Shiver Elementary School's student population of 579 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
579 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shiver Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shiver Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#965 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
20%
20%
Black
9%
36%
White
64%
34%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shiver Elementary School's ranking?
Shiver Elementary School is ranked #965 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Shiver Elementary School often compared to?
Shiver Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastside Elementary School, Pelham Elementary School, Mitchell County Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Shiver Elementary School?
579 students attend Shiver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Shiver Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shiver Elementary School?
Shiver Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shiver Elementary School offer ?
Shiver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shiver Elementary School part of?
Shiver Elementary School is part of Grady County School District.
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