Serving 448 students in grades 3-5, Bacon County Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bacon County Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Alma, GA, covering approximately 285.8 square miles. Families in the area can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bacon County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bacon County Elementary School's student population of 448 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
448 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bacon County 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 Bacon County Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#443 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)24.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-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 Bacon County Elementary School's ranking?
Bacon County Elementary School is ranked #443 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Bacon County Elementary School?
448 students attend Bacon County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Bacon County Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bacon County Elementary School?
Bacon County Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bacon County Elementary School offer ?
Bacon County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bacon County Elementary School part of?
Bacon County Elementary School is part of Bacon County School District.
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