What grades does Rocky Plains Elementary School serve?

Rocky Plains Elementary School operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Covington area.

Where is Rocky Plains Elementary School located?

Rocky Plains Elementary School is a rural school in Covington, GA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rocky Plains Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Rocky Plains Elementary School is 15.9:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Covington, GA?

Schools in Covington include Rocky Plains Elementary School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Covington area.

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Rocky Plains Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Covington, Georgia|Newton County

Covington, GA 30016

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Oct

Mon

Fall BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Fall Break - Newton County Schools

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Mon

Winter BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Winter Break - Newton County Schools

Jan

Mon

Martin Luther King Jr. DayEventDistrict-wide

No School - Newton County Schools

Feb

Mon

Mid-Winter BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Mid-Winter Break - Newton County Schools

Apr

Mon

Spring BreakBreakDistrict-wide

School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

619

Student:Teacher

15.9:1

Locale

Rural

District

Newton County

Econ. Disadvantaged

89.7%

Phone

(770)784-4987

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

15-19%

Math Proficiency

10-14%

Chronic Absenteeism

8.9%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

41 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.3:1

Near average in GA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

654

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

35.37

100% fully certified

Counselors

Social Workers

0.25

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,013

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,065

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$15,892

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 19%State 44%Local 37%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$376,108

-2.6% 1yr+33.7% 5yr

Atlanta, GA metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

22.4%

Below 150% poverty line

6.6%

Unemployment rate

13.6%

Uninsured residents

10.5%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

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

Total Students Served

2,662

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

2,509

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

716 (29%)

Other Health Impairment

564 (22%)

Autism

397 (16%)

Speech/Language Impairment

282 (11%)

Intellectual Disability

130 (5%)

Emotional Disturbance

65 (3%)

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

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

576

Current enrollment

Stable(+3% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

Fall Break

Fall Break - Newton County Schools

Break

Mon, Nov 23, 2026

Thanksgiving Break

Thanksgiving Break - Newton County Schools

Break

Mon, Dec 21, 2026

Winter Break

Winter Break - Newton County Schools

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Newton County. Rocky Plains Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor DayDistrict-wide No School - Newton County Schools	Holiday	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide Fall Break - Newton County Schools	Break	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Thanksgiving Break - Newton County Schools	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide Winter Break - Newton County Schools	Break	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr. DayDistrict-wide No School - Newton County Schools	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Mid-Winter BreakDistrict-wide Mid-Winter Break - Newton County Schools	Break	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Spring Break - Newton County Schools	Break	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	Last Day of SchoolDistrict-wide Last Day of School - Newton County Schools	Event	—