Serving 1,045 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burnt Hickory 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 68% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,045 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burnt Hickory 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
Burnt Hickory Elementary School's student population of 1,045 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,045 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burnt Hickory Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burnt Hickory Elementary 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
#206 out of 2204 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
13%
36%
White
72%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Burnt Hickory Elementary School's ranking?
Burnt Hickory Elementary School is ranked #206 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Burnt Hickory Elementary School often compared to?
Burnt Hickory Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Floyd L. Shelton Elementary School At Crossroad by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Burnt Hickory Elementary School?
1,045 students attend Burnt Hickory Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Burnt Hickory Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burnt Hickory Elementary School?
Burnt Hickory Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burnt Hickory Elementary School offer ?
Burnt Hickory Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burnt Hickory Elementary School part of?
Burnt Hickory Elementary School is part of Paulding County School District.
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