Serving 356 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bernd Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bernd Elementary School serves the eastern part of its district in Macon, GA, covering an area of approximately 32.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bernd Elementary School's student population of 356 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bernd Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bernd Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#2080 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
20%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
85%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
8%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bernd Elementary School's ranking?
Bernd Elementary School is ranked #2080 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Bernd Elementary School often compared to?
Bernd Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alexander Ii Magnet School, Ballard Hudson Middle School, Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Bernd Elementary School?
356 students attend Bernd Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Bernd Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bernd Elementary School?
Bernd Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bernd Elementary School offer ?
Bernd Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bernd Elementary School part of?
Bernd Elementary School is part of Bibb County School District.
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