Serving 651 students in grades 3-5, Lake Joy Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Joy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lake Joy Elementary School's student population of 651 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
651 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Joy Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Joy Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#237 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
27%
36%
White
39%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Joy Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Joy Elementary School is ranked #237 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lake Joy Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Joy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like David A. Perdue Elementary School, Bonaire Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lake Joy Elementary School?
651 students attend Lake Joy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Lake Joy Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Joy Elementary School?
Lake Joy Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Joy Elementary School offer ?
Lake Joy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Joy Elementary School part of?
Lake Joy Elementary School is part of Houston County School District.
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