Serving 568 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burgess-peterson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burgess-peterson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Burgess-peterson Elementary School's student population of 568 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burgess-peterson Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burgess-peterson Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#411 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
45%
36%
White
38%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burgess-peterson Elementary School's ranking?
Burgess-peterson Elementary School is ranked #411 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Burgess-peterson Elementary School?
568 students attend Burgess-peterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Burgess-peterson Elementary School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burgess-peterson Elementary School?
Burgess-peterson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burgess-peterson Elementary School offer ?
Burgess-peterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Burgess-peterson Elementary School part of?
Burgess-peterson Elementary School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Burgess-peterson Elementary School located?
Burgess-peterson Elementary School is located in the East Atlanta neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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