Serving 672 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barnwell Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barnwell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Barnwell Elementary School's student population of 672 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
672 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Better. Be the BEAR!
School Rankings
Barnwell Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barnwell Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#37 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
5%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
14%
36%
White
47%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Fulton County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barnwell Elementary School's ranking?
Barnwell Elementary School is ranked #37 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Barnwell Elementary School often compared to?
Barnwell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dolvin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Barnwell Elementary School?
672 students attend Barnwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Barnwell Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barnwell Elementary School?
Barnwell Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barnwell Elementary School offer ?
Barnwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barnwell Elementary School part of?
Barnwell Elementary School is part of Fulton County School District.
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