Barnwell Elementary School

9425 Barnwell Rd
Alpharetta, GA 30022
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 693 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barnwell Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 693 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Top 5% in GA
  • : 83% (Top 5%)
  • : 78% (Top 5%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Barnwell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

School Overview

Barnwell Elementary School's student population of 693 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
693 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Better. Be the BEAR!

School Rankings

Barnwell Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barnwell Elementary School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (GA)
#37 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
83%
39%
78%
40%
65-69%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
5%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
15%
36%
White
47%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.71
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Barnwell Elementary School's ranking?
Barnwell Elementary School is ranked #37 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Barnwell Elementary School often compared to?
Barnwell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dolvin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Barnwell Elementary School?
693 students attend Barnwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Barnwell Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barnwell Elementary School?
Barnwell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barnwell Elementary School offer ?
Barnwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barnwell Elementary School part of?
Barnwell Elementary School is part of Fulton County School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 693 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 83% (Top 5%)
  • : 78% (Top 5%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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