Black students were the largest ethnic group in Talbot County school in the 2024-25 school year, according to the Georgia Department of Education.
Of the 352 students attending Talbot County school, 87.8% were Black. White students were the second-largest ethnic group, making up 9.9% of enrollment.
In the previous school year, Black students were also the largest group in Talbot County, accounting for 84.7% of the total enrollment.
Total enrollment in Talbot County school declined by 4.1% in the 2024-25 school year compared with the previous year.
According to the National Center for Education Statistics, the racial and ethnic composition of public school students in Georgia was approximately 36.4% Black, 35.9% white, 18.1% Hispanic, 4% Asian, 4.6% multiracial, 0.2% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.1% Pacific Islander.
Chronic absenteeism remains a major issue in Georgia schools post-pandemic, with 20.7% of students missing 10% or more of school days in 2024, according to the Georgia Department of Education. In response, GaDOE launched a statewide initiative including a real-time attendance dashboard, a public awareness campaign, and targeted support for high-need districts to boost daily attendance.
In 2025, Georgia lawmakers passed a bill updating school attendance laws to ban expulsion solely for absenteeism. The law also adds new reporting requirements and aligns with programs that help students earn diplomas through alternative paths.
As of 2026, Georgia had an average student-to-teacher ratio of approximately 14:1, which is better than the national average of 15:1.
| School name | Most prevalent ethnic group | % of Total Student Population | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Elementary/High School | Black | 88% | 352 |
