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Wacona Elementary School

Ware County · Ware County · 3101 State St, Waycross, GA 31503.0

(912)287-2362

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5/10
#648
Rank 648 out of 1,259
Top 51%
English Language Arts6/10 · #597 · 53rd percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #626 · 50th percentile
Science4/10 · #828 · 32nd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Wacona Elementary sits in Waycross, a small city in the heart of South Georgia's Okefenokee country, where the pace of life is unhurried and neighbors still know each other by name. The school lands right around the middle of the pack statewide, with solid English and Math scores but some room to grow in Science — making it a decent option for families looking for a grounded, community-feel school without the pressure of a highly competitive environment. It'll appeal most to families who value a tight-knit school culture and appreciate the charm of small-town Southern living.

Student Demographics

289 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
172 (60%)
African American
74 (26%)
Hispanic
22 (8%)
Multiple Races
20 (7%)
Other
1 (0%)

Key Indicators

English Learners15 (5%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged289 (100%)
Students with Disabilities63 (22%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,187
Enrollment
46.88
Teachers (FTE)
25.3:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2.74
Administrators (FTE)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs4/10 · #848 · 34th percentile

14 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Georgia.