Serving 660 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bethlehem 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 38% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bethlehem Elementary School's student population of 660 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
660 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
Bethlehem 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 Bethlehem Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1072 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
26%
19%
Black
14%
36%
White
51%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Bethlehem Elementary School's ranking?
Bethlehem Elementary School is ranked #1072 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Bethlehem Elementary School often compared to?
Bethlehem Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yargo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Bethlehem Elementary School?
660 students attend Bethlehem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Bethlehem Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bethlehem Elementary School?
Bethlehem Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bethlehem Elementary School offer ?
Bethlehem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bethlehem Elementary School part of?
Bethlehem Elementary School is part of Barrow County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Fall Break - No School
October 06, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
First Day Back after Break
January 06, 2026 (Tuesday)
No School - Spring Break
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
Early Release - Last Day of School
May 20, 2026 (Wednesday)
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