Serving 819 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Berkeley Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher 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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 819 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berkeley Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Berkeley Lake Elementary School's student population of 819 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
819 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Berkeley Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berkeley Lake Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#597 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
45%
18%
Black
16%
36%
White
21%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berkeley Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Berkeley Lake Elementary School is ranked #597 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Berkeley Lake Elementary School?
819 students attend Berkeley Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Berkeley Lake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berkeley Lake Elementary School?
Berkeley Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Berkeley Lake Elementary School offer ?
Berkeley Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Berkeley Lake Elementary School part of?
Berkeley Lake Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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