Serving 367 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Brewer 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 6% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brewer Elementary School serves the south part of Columbus, GA, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brewer Elementary School's student population of 367 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
My educational philosophy is to cultivate a nurturing learning environment where diverse children and passionate adults feel known, valued, and inspired.
School Rankings
Brewer 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 Brewer Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#2151 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
28%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
63%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)74.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Khaki
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brewer Elementary School's ranking?
Brewer Elementary School is ranked #2151 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Brewer Elementary School often compared to?
Brewer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dorothy Height Elementary School, Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Brewer Elementary School?
367 students attend Brewer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Brewer Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brewer Elementary School?
Brewer Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brewer Elementary School offer ?
Brewer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brewer Elementary School part of?
Brewer Elementary School is part of Muscogee County School District.
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