Serving 1,086 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 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,086 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (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
School Overview
Burnt Hickory Elementary School's student population of 1,086 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,086 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burnt Hickory Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burnt Hickory Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#160 out of 2168 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
10%
36%
White
76%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burnt Hickory Elementary School's ranking?
Burnt Hickory Elementary School is ranked #160 out of 2,168 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?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Burnt Hickory Elementary School?
1,086 students attend Burnt Hickory Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Burnt Hickory Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burnt Hickory Elementary School?
Burnt Hickory Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, 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
What school district is Burnt Hickory Elementary School part of?
Burnt Hickory Elementary School is part of Paulding County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School - 2 Hour Early Release
May 22, 2024 (Wednesday)
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