Serving 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-5,
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 6-9% (which was lower than the Georgia state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 10-14% (which was lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 was higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
287 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)6-9%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)10-14%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Asian
(15-16)n/a
4%
Hispanic
(15-16)2%
15%
Black
(15-16)93%
37%
White
(15-16)3%
41%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)2%
3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% GA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Barden Elementary School?
287 students attend Barden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Barden Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barden Elementary School?
Barden Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barden Elementary School offer ?
Barden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Barden Elementary School part of?
Barden Elementary School is part of Bibb County School District.
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