Serving 778 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Blackburn 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 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blackburn Elementary School's student population of 778 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
778 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Blackburn 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 Blackburn Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#623 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
1%
36%
White
84%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackburn Elementary School's ranking?
Blackburn Elementary School is ranked #623 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Blackburn Elementary School often compared to?
Blackburn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lumpkin County Elementary School, Long Branch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Blackburn Elementary School?
778 students attend Blackburn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Blackburn Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blackburn Elementary School?
Blackburn Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blackburn Elementary School offer ?
Blackburn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Blackburn Elementary School part of?
Blackburn Elementary School is part of Lumpkin County School District.
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