Serving 757 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Birmingham Falls 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 82% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic 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: 757 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birmingham Falls 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
School Overview
Birmingham Falls Elementary School's student population of 757 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
757 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Birmingham Falls 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 Birmingham Falls Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#36 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
6%
18%
Black
4%
36%
White
81%
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
2%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birmingham Falls Elementary School's ranking?
Birmingham Falls Elementary School is ranked #36 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Birmingham Falls Elementary School often compared to?
Birmingham Falls Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Summit Hill Elementary School, Cogburn Woods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Birmingham Falls Elementary School?
757 students attend Birmingham Falls Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Birmingham Falls Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Birmingham Falls Elementary School?
Birmingham Falls Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Birmingham Falls Elementary School offer ?
Birmingham Falls Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Birmingham Falls Elementary School part of?
Birmingham Falls Elementary School is part of Fulton County School District.
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