Serving 384 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mcbean 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McBean Elementary School serves the southeast part of Hephzibah, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 59.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcbean Elementary School's student population of 384 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
384 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcbean 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 Mcbean Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1316 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
28%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
52%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcbean Elementary School's ranking?
Mcbean Elementary School is ranked #1316 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Mcbean Elementary School?
384 students attend Mcbean Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Mcbean Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcbean Elementary School?
Mcbean Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcbean Elementary School offer ?
Mcbean Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcbean Elementary School part of?
Mcbean Elementary School is part of Richmond County School District.
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