Serving 596 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Heard 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 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Heard Elementary School serves the southern part of Macon, GA, covering an attendance area of approximately 32.1 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of about 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heard Elementary School's student population of 596 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
596 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heard 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 Heard Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1169 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
45%
36%
White
38%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heard Elementary School's ranking?
Heard Elementary School is ranked #1169 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Heard Elementary School often compared to?
Heard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Porter Elementary School, Skyview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Heard Elementary School?
596 students attend Heard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Heard Elementary School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heard Elementary School?
Heard Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heard Elementary School offer ?
Heard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heard Elementary School part of?
Heard Elementary School is part of Bibb County School District.
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