Serving 576 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bessie L. Baggett Elementary 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 36% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bessie L. Baggett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bessie L. Baggett Elementary School's student population of 576 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
576 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Engage. Inspire. Prepare
School Rankings
Bessie L. Baggett Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bessie L. Baggett Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#977 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
20%
19%
Black
39%
36%
White
33%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Bessie L. Baggett Elementary School's ranking?
Bessie L. Baggett Elementary School is ranked #977 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Bessie L. Baggett Elementary School often compared to?
Bessie L. Baggett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hiram Elementary School, Mcgarity Elementary School, Sam D. Panter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Bessie L. Baggett Elementary School?
576 students attend Bessie L. Baggett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Bessie L. Baggett Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bessie L. Baggett Elementary School?
Bessie L. Baggett Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bessie L. Baggett Elementary School offer ?
Bessie L. Baggett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bessie L. Baggett Elementary School part of?
Bessie L. Baggett Elementary School is part of Paulding County School District.
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