G. O. Bailey Elementary School

1430 Newton Dr
Tifton, GA 31794
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 531 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, G. O. Bailey Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 531 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 70%
  • : Top 50% in GA
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 40% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

G. O. Bailey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

G. O. Bailey Elementary School's student population of 531 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
531 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar

School Rankings

G. O. Bailey 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 G. O. Bailey Elementary School is 0.71, 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.
This School
State Level (GA)
#773 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
45%
39%
40%
40%
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
33%
20%
Black
30%
36%
White
30%
34%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.71
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is G. O. Bailey Elementary School's ranking?
G. O. Bailey Elementary School is ranked #773 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are G. O. Bailey Elementary School often compared to?
G. O. Bailey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Annie Belle Clark Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend G. O. Bailey Elementary School?
531 students attend G. O. Bailey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of G. O. Bailey Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 30% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of G. O. Bailey Elementary School?
G. O. Bailey Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does G. O. Bailey Elementary School offer ?
G. O. Bailey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is G. O. Bailey Elementary School part of?
G. O. Bailey Elementary School is part of Tift County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 531 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 70%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 40% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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