Serving 547 students in grades 3-5, Bonaire Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bonaire Elementary School serves the northeast part of Bonaire, GA, covering an area of approximately 25.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone takes about 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge being 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bonaire Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bonaire Elementary School's student population of 547 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bonaire Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bonaire Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#190 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bonaire Elementary School's ranking?
Bonaire Elementary School is ranked #190 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Bonaire Elementary School often compared to?
Bonaire Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hilltop Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Bonaire Elementary School?
547 students attend Bonaire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Bonaire Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bonaire Elementary School?
Bonaire Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bonaire Elementary School offer ?
Bonaire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bonaire Elementary School part of?
Bonaire Elementary School is part of Houston County School District.
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