Serving 495 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barksdale 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 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower 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 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Barksdale Elementary School serves the southern part of Conyers, GA, covering an area of approximately 5.3 square miles. Most students live within a 1.4-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barksdale Elementary School's student population of 495 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1978
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barksdale 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 Barksdale Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#1039 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
66%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
10%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, White, & Blue
School Mascot
Buccaneers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barksdale Elementary School's ranking?
Barksdale Elementary School is ranked #1039 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Barksdale Elementary School often compared to?
Barksdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Honey Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Barksdale Elementary School?
495 students attend Barksdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Barksdale Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barksdale Elementary School?
Barksdale Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barksdale Elementary School offer ?
Barksdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barksdale Elementary School part of?
Barksdale Elementary School is part of Rockdale County School District.
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