Serving 245 students in grades 4-5, Smith-barnes Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smith-barnes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Smith-barnes Elementary School's student population of 245 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Smith-barnes Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith-barnes Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#1837 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
26%
19%
Black
59%
36%
White
4%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Smith-barnes Elementary School's ranking?
Smith-barnes Elementary School is ranked #1837 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Smith-barnes Elementary School often compared to?
Smith-barnes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stockbridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Smith-barnes Elementary School?
245 students attend Smith-barnes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Smith-barnes Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smith-barnes Elementary School?
Smith-barnes Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smith-barnes Elementary School offer ?
Smith-barnes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smith-barnes Elementary School part of?
Smith-barnes Elementary School is part of Henry County School District.
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