Serving 838 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Berkeley Lake 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 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 838 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Berkeley Lake Elementary School serves the west part of Duluth, GA, covering an area of approximately 6.5 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Berkeley Lake Elementary School's student population of 838 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
838 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Berkeley Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berkeley Lake Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#501 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berkeley Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Berkeley Lake Elementary School is ranked #501 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Berkeley Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Berkeley Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chesney Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Berkeley Lake Elementary School?
838 students attend Berkeley Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Berkeley Lake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berkeley Lake Elementary School?
Berkeley Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Berkeley Lake Elementary School offer ?
Berkeley Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Berkeley Lake Elementary School part of?
Berkeley Lake Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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