Serving 245 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Beecher Hills Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Math Proficiency: 30-34%
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beecher Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Beecher Hills Elementary School's student population of 245 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Beecher Hills Elementary School is 0.06, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
18%
Black
97%
36%
White
n/a
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
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 schools are Beecher Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Beecher Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cascade Elementary School, Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary School, Heritage Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% GA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% GA state average).
How many students attend Beecher Hills Elementary School?
245 students attend Beecher Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Beecher Hills Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beecher Hills Elementary School?
Beecher Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Beecher Hills Elementary School offer ?
Beecher Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Beecher Hills Elementary School part of?
Beecher Hills Elementary School is part of Atlanta Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Beecher Hills Elementary School located?
Beecher Hills Elementary School is located in the Beecher Hills neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
School Calendar
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Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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