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Dimon Elementary School

480 Dogwood Dr
Columbus, GA 31907
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 331 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dimon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 331 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50% in GA
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

Dimon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Dimon Elementary School's student population of 331 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Dimon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dimon Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (GA)
#1773 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
15-19%
39%
20-24%
40%
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
81%
36%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.33
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-notes">School Notes
  • School Mascot: Dynamic Dolphins
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dimon Elementary School's ranking?
Dimon Elementary School is ranked #1773 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dimon Elementary School often compared to?
Dimon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Dimon Elementary School?
331 students attend Dimon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Dimon Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dimon Elementary School?
Dimon Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dimon Elementary School offer ?
Dimon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dimon Elementary School part of?
Dimon Elementary School is part of Muscogee County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 331 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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