Serving 450 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten, Big A 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 41% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Math Proficiency: 41%
- Reading Proficiency: 37%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Big A Elementary School's student population of 450 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Big A Elementary School is 0.45, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)41%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)37%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
14%
36%
White
72%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
7%
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 schools are Big A Elementary School often compared to?
Big A Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Elementary School, Austin Elementary School, Toccoa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Big A Elementary School?
450 students attend Big A Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Big A Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Big A Elementary School?
Big A Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Big A Elementary School offer ?
Big A Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Big A Elementary School part of?
Big A Elementary School is part of Stephens County School District.
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