Serving 1,203 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brandywine Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 81% of the student body (majority Asian), 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: 1,203 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brandywine 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
Brandywine Elementary School's student population of 1,203 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,203 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brandywine Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brandywine 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
#283 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
41%
5%
Hispanic
27%
18%
Black
9%
36%
White
19%
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
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brandywine Elementary School's ranking?
Brandywine Elementary School is ranked #283 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Brandywine Elementary School?
1,203 students attend Brandywine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Brandywine Elementary School students are Asian, 27% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brandywine Elementary School?
Brandywine Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brandywine Elementary School offer ?
Brandywine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Brandywine Elementary School part of?
Brandywine Elementary School is part of Forsyth County School District.
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Date
Last Day of School
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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