Serving 651 students in grades 3-5, Banks County 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 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower 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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Banks County Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Homer, GA, encompassing approximately 233.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 11.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Banks County Elementary School's student population of 651 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
651 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating and Empowering for Success
School Rankings
Banks County Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Banks County Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#823 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-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 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Leopard
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Banks County Elementary School's ranking?
Banks County Elementary School is ranked #823 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Banks County Elementary School often compared to?
Banks County Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Banks County Middle School, Banks County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Banks County Elementary School?
651 students attend Banks County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Banks County Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Banks County Elementary School?
Banks County Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Banks County Elementary School offer ?
Banks County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Banks County Elementary School part of?
Banks County Elementary School is part of Banks County School District.
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