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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Sep

Mon

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Oct

Mon

Fall BreakBreak

Fall Break - Newton County Schools

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving BreakBreak

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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, Aug 3, 2026

First Day of School

Event

Mon, Sep 7, 2026

Labor Day

Holiday

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

Fall Break

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day No School - Newton County Schools	Holiday	—
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	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr. Day No School - Newton County Schools	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Mid-Winter Break Mid-Winter Break - Newton County Schools	Break	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	Spring Break Spring Break - Newton County Schools	Break	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	Last Day of School Last Day of School - Newton County Schools	Event	—