Serving 514 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Royston Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 62% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher 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 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Royston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Royston Elementary School's student population of 514 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
514 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Royston Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Royston Elementary School is 0.53, which is less 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
#508 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
16%
36%
White
66%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
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 Royston Elementary School's ranking?
Royston Elementary School is ranked #508 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Royston Elementary School often compared to?
Royston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lavonia Elementary School, Danielsville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Royston Elementary School?
514 students attend Royston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Royston Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Royston Elementary School?
Royston Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Royston Elementary School offer ?
Royston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Royston Elementary School part of?
Royston Elementary School is part of Franklin County School District.
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