Richard Woods State School Superintendent | georgia.gov
Richard Woods State School Superintendent | georgia.gov
Metter Elementary School was the only school in the county during the 2022-23 school year.
Within Candler County schools, the highest student count was found in ninth grade, with the smallest class sizes seen in 12th grade.
Statewide, Candler County ranked 107th in enrollment numbers, with a total of 4,126 students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year. It was ranked 108th the year before.
As of 2024, Georgia has an average student-to-teacher ratio of approximately 15:1, which is better than the national average of 16:1. The state has its best student-to-teacher ratio of 14:1 in pre-kindergarten and middle school grades, while high school has an average ratio of 17:1.
| School name | # of 5th Grade Students Enrolled | % of Student Body | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metter Elementary School | 331 | 18.1% | 1,830 |
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