Serving 901 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Baconton Community Charter 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 43% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to 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 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 901 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baconton Community Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Baconton Community Charter School's student population of 901 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
901 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Rankings
Baconton Community Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baconton Community Charter School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#801 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
16%
36%
White
71%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baconton Community Charter School's ranking?
Baconton Community Charter School is ranked #801 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Baconton Community Charter School often compared to?
Baconton Community Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pelham High School, Mitchell County Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Baconton Community Charter School?
The graduation rate of Baconton Community Charter School is 90%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Baconton Community Charter School?
901 students attend Baconton Community Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Baconton Community Charter School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baconton Community Charter School?
Baconton Community Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Baconton Community Charter School offer ?
Baconton Community Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Baconton Community Charter School part of?
Baconton Community Charter School is part of State Specialty Schools II- Baconton Community Charter Sch School District.
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