Serving 380 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burnett 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Burnett Elementary School serves the northeast part of Douglasville, GA, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burnett Elementary School's student population of 380 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
380 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burnett 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 Burnett Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#1678 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
71%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-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 Burnett Elementary School's ranking?
Burnett Elementary School is ranked #1678 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Burnett Elementary School often compared to?
Burnett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dorsett Shoals Elementary School, Chapel Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Burnett Elementary School?
380 students attend Burnett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Burnett Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burnett Elementary School?
Burnett Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burnett Elementary School offer ?
Burnett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burnett Elementary School part of?
Burnett Elementary School is part of Douglas County School District.
School Reviews
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