Summary:
The city of Bethlehem, Georgia has only one public elementary school, Bethlehem Elementary School, which serves students in grades PK-5. While the school has a relatively large enrollment of 850 students, its academic performance has been declining in recent years, with its statewide ranking dropping from 611 out of 1,248 Georgia elementary schools in 2023-2024 to 760 out of 1,244 in 2021-2022. Additionally, the school's SchoolDigger star rating has decreased from 3 stars to 2 stars over this time period.
Academically, Bethlehem Elementary School has mixed results. Its 3rd and 4th grade math proficiency rates are above the state averages, but its English Language Arts and 5th grade math and science proficiency rates are all below the state averages. This suggests the school may have room for improvement in certain academic areas. The school also serves a relatively high-need population, with nearly half of its students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, which could present additional challenges.
Compared to other schools in the Barrow County district, Bethlehem Elementary School's performance is relatively average. Its spending of $8,974 per student in 2018-2019 is lower than the state average, which could be a factor in the school's academic performance and resource availability. Overall, the data suggests Bethlehem Elementary School has some areas of strength but also significant room for improvement to better serve its students.
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