Serving 776 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bay Creek Elementary 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 41% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher 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 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 776 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bay Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bay Creek Elementary School's student population of 776 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
776 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bay Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bay Creek Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#705 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
22%
20%
Black
49%
36%
White
16%
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
58%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Walton County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bay Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Bay Creek Elementary School is ranked #705 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Bay Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Bay Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loganville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Bay Creek Elementary School?
776 students attend Bay Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Bay Creek Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bay Creek Elementary School?
Bay Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bay Creek Elementary School offer ?
Bay Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bay Creek Elementary School part of?
Bay Creek Elementary School is part of Walton County School District.
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