Serving 734 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Birmingham Falls Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than 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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 734 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (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
School Overview
Birmingham Falls Elementary School's student population of 734 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
734 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Birmingham Falls Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birmingham Falls Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#21 out of 2168 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
5%
18%
Black
4%
36%
White
83%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #21 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Birmingham Falls Elementary School often compared to?
Birmingham Falls Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cogburn Woods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Birmingham Falls Elementary School?
734 students attend Birmingham Falls Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Birmingham Falls Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
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 Kindergarten-5
What school district is Birmingham Falls Elementary School part of?
Birmingham Falls Elementary School is part of Fulton County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of Second Semester
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
Last Day of School
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
Memorial Day (Schools Closed)
May 27, 2024 (Monday)
First Day of School
August 05, 2024 (Monday)
Labor Day (Schools Closed)
September 02, 2024 (Monday)
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