Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten, Big A Elementary 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 41% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Math Proficiency: 41%
- Reading Proficiency: 37%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big A Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Big A Elementary School's student population of 410 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Big A Elementary School is 0.51, 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)
(14-15)41%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)37%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
13%
36%
White
68%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
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 Big A Elementary School often compared to?
Big A Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Elementary School, Appling County Elementary School, Austin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Big A Elementary School?
410 students attend Big A Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Big A Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Big A Elementary School?
Big A Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Big A Elementary School offer ?
Big A Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Big A Elementary School part of?
Big A Elementary School is part of Stephens County School District.
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