Serving 719 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barnwell Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barnwell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Barnwell Elementary School's student population of 719 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
719 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barnwell Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barnwell Elementary School is 0.70, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#47 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
5%
Hispanic
14%
18%
Black
15%
36%
White
48%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barnwell Elementary School's ranking?
Barnwell Elementary School is ranked #47 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Barnwell Elementary School often compared to?
Barnwell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dolvin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Barnwell Elementary School?
719 students attend Barnwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Barnwell Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barnwell Elementary School?
Barnwell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barnwell Elementary School offer ?
Barnwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Barnwell Elementary School part of?
Barnwell Elementary School is part of Fulton County School District.
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