Serving 510 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, West Bainbridge Primary School 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34%
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Bainbridge Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Bainbridge Primary School's student population of 510 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Bainbridge Primary School 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
13%
18%
Black
53%
36%
White
31%
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
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend West Bainbridge Primary School?
510 students attend West Bainbridge Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of West Bainbridge Primary School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Bainbridge Primary School?
West Bainbridge Primary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Bainbridge Primary School offer ?
West Bainbridge Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is West Bainbridge Primary School part of?
West Bainbridge Primary School is part of Decatur County School District.
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