Serving 459 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barrow 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barrow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Barrow Elementary School's student population of 459 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barrow Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barrow Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#575 out of 2168 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
6%
18%
Black
44%
36%
White
39%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
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 Barrow Elementary School's ranking?
Barrow Elementary School is ranked #575 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Barrow Elementary School often compared to?
Barrow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chase Street Elementary School, Alps Road Elementary School, Timothy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Barrow Elementary School?
459 students attend Barrow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Barrow Elementary School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barrow Elementary School?
Barrow Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barrow Elementary School offer ?
Barrow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Barrow Elementary School part of?
Barrow Elementary School is part of Clarke County School District.
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