Barrow Arts and Sciences Academy, also known as BASA, is a STEM and arts-focused high school near Winder, Georgia, United States, serving grades 9–12. It has an enrollment of 1,064 students. The school has the highest graduation rate in Barrow County, at 97.8%.
Serving 943 students in grades 9-12, Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 943 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy's student population of 943 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
943 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
2020
School Rankings
Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#381 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
20%
19%
Black
11%
36%
White
57%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
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 Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy's ranking?
Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy is ranked #381 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy?
The graduation rate of Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy?
943 students attend Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy?
Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy offer ?
Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy part of?
Barrow Arts And Sciences Academy is part of Barrow County School District.
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