Serving 428 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burnett Elementary School's student population of 428 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burnett Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burnett Elementary School is 0.48, which is less 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
#1527 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
16%
18%
Black
70%
36%
White
6%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #1527 out of 2,168 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Burnett Elementary School?
428 students attend Burnett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Burnett Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burnett Elementary School?
Burnett Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burnett Elementary School offer ?
Burnett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Burnett Elementary School part of?
Burnett Elementary School is part of Douglas County School District.
School Calendar
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School Reviews
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