Serving 1,272 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brandywine 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 64% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,272 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brandywine Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Brandywine Elementary School's student population of 1,272 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brandywine Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brandywine Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#176 out of 2168 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
36%
5%
Hispanic
25%
18%
Black
12%
36%
White
22%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brandywine Elementary School's ranking?
Brandywine Elementary School is ranked #176 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Brandywine Elementary School?
1,272 students attend Brandywine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Brandywine Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brandywine Elementary School?
Brandywine Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brandywine Elementary School offer ?
Brandywine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Brandywine Elementary School part of?
Brandywine Elementary School is part of Forsyth County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
First Day of School
August 01, 2024 (Thursday)
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