Serving 1,064 students in grades 8-12, Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,064 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy's student population of 1,064 students has grown by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 69% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
1,064 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy is 0.61, 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
#682 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
20%
18%
Black
12%
36%
White
58%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy's ranking?
Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy is ranked #682 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy?
1,064 students attend Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy?
Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy offer ?
Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy part of?
Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy is part of Barrow County School District.
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