Serving 556 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, West Bainbridge Primary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34%
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39%
- Attendance Zone: West Bainbridge Elementary School serves the western part of Bainbridge, GA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 296.6 square miles, where families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 21.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Bainbridge Primary School's student population of 556 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
556 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Bainbridge Primary School is 0.58, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
39%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
59%
36%
White
24%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend West Bainbridge Primary School?
556 students attend West Bainbridge Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of West Bainbridge Primary School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Bainbridge Primary School?
West Bainbridge Primary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Bainbridge Primary School offer ?
West Bainbridge Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Bainbridge Primary School part of?
West Bainbridge Primary School is part of Decatur County School District.
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