Serving 575 students in grades 3-5, Bleckley County Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bleckley County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Bleckley County Elementary School's student population of 575 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
575 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Bleckley County Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bleckley County Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#382 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
24%
36%
White
69%
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
59%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
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 Bleckley County Elementary School's ranking?
Bleckley County Elementary School is ranked #382 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Bleckley County Elementary School?
575 students attend Bleckley County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Bleckley County Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bleckley County Elementary School?
Bleckley County Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bleckley County Elementary School offer ?
Bleckley County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bleckley County Elementary School part of?
Bleckley County Elementary School is part of Bleckley County School District.
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