Serving 252 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Beecher Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 252 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beecher Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Beecher Hills Elementary School's student population of 252 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beecher Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beecher Hills Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#1021 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
94%
36%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
7%
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 Beecher Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Beecher Hills Elementary School is ranked #1021 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Beecher Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Beecher Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cascade Elementary School, Heritage Academy Elementary School, Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Beecher Hills Elementary School?
252 students attend Beecher Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Beecher Hills Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beecher Hills Elementary School?
Beecher Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Beecher Hills Elementary School offer ?
Beecher Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Beecher Hills Elementary School part of?
Beecher Hills Elementary School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Beecher Hills Elementary School located?
Beecher Hills Elementary School is located in the Beecher Hills neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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