What grades does Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School serve?

As a Primary school, Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School serves students in Jesup, GA. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School located?

You can find Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School in Jesup, GA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School?

At Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School, there are approximately 11.4 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Jesup, GA?

Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School is among the schools serving Jesup, GA. The school is part of the local school system.

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Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Jesup, Georgia|Wayne County

Jesup, GA 31545

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

583

Student:Teacher

11.4:1

Locale

Rural

District

Wayne County

Econ. Disadvantaged

100.0%

Phone

(912)427-1044

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

27%

25th percentile in GA

Math Proficiency

32%

46th percentile in GA

Chronic Absenteeism

9.9%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

11 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.6:1

Near average in GA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

568

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

43.24

79% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,479

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,805

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$15,728

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 19%State 53%Local 28%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

35.5%

Below 150% poverty line

6.2%

Unemployment rate

19.1%

Uninsured residents

14.5%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

898

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

856

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

312 (36%)

Speech/Language Impairment

148 (17%)

Other Health Impairment

146 (17%)

Autism

81 (9%)

Intellectual Disability

67 (8%)

Emotional Disturbance

18 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

543

Current enrollment

Declining(-17% 5yr)

Coming Up

Tue, Aug 4, 2026

First Day of School

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Mon, Sep 7, 2026

Labor Day

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Fri, Oct 9, 2026

Fall Holidays

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Full School Calendar 2026-27

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Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day No School - Wayne County Schools	Holiday	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Fall Holidays Fall Holidays - Wayne County Schools	Holiday	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break Thanksgiving Break - Wayne County Schools	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Christmas Break Christmas Break - Wayne County Schools	Break	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr. Day No School - Wayne County Schools	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents' Day Holiday Presidents' Day Holiday - Wayne County Schools	Holiday	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	Spring Break Spring Break - Wayne County Schools	Break	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	Last Day of School Last Day of School - Wayne County Schools	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School

Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School has a total enrollment of 583 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of the local school district in Jesup, GA.