Serving 911 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bascomb Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 911 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bascomb 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
School Overview
Bascomb Elementary School's student population of 911 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
911 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Motto
Educating the emerging generation through learning environments designed to increase the performance of all students.
School Rankings
Bascomb Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bascomb Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#175 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
5%
36%
White
76%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Cherokee County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bascomb Elementary School's ranking?
Bascomb Elementary School is ranked #175 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Bascomb Elementary School often compared to?
Bascomb Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boston Elementary School, Carmel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Bascomb Elementary School?
911 students attend Bascomb Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Bascomb Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bascomb Elementary School?
Bascomb Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bascomb Elementary School offer ?
Bascomb Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bascomb Elementary School part of?
Bascomb Elementary School is part of Cherokee County School District.
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