Serving 406 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barton Chapel Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than 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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barton Chapel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Barton Chapel Elementary School's student population of 406 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Every Learner Every Day.
School Rankings
Barton Chapel Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barton Chapel Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#2181 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
87%
36%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
7%
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 Barton Chapel Elementary School's ranking?
Barton Chapel Elementary School is ranked #2181 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Barton Chapel Elementary School often compared to?
Barton Chapel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bayvale Elementary School, Copeland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Barton Chapel Elementary School?
406 students attend Barton Chapel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Barton Chapel Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barton Chapel Elementary School?
Barton Chapel Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barton Chapel Elementary School offer ?
Barton Chapel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barton Chapel Elementary School part of?
Barton Chapel Elementary School is part of Richmond County School District.
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