Serving 268 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Berta Weathersbee 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Berta Weathersbee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
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Berta Weathersbee Elementary School's student population of 268 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Berta Weathersbee Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berta Weathersbee Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#1748 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
89%
36%
White
6%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Berta Weathersbee Elementary School's ranking?
Berta Weathersbee Elementary School is ranked #1748 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Berta Weathersbee Elementary School often compared to?
Berta Weathersbee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ethel W. Kight Elementary School, Callaway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Berta Weathersbee Elementary School?
268 students attend Berta Weathersbee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Berta Weathersbee Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berta Weathersbee Elementary School?
Berta Weathersbee Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Berta Weathersbee Elementary School offer ?
Berta Weathersbee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Berta Weathersbee Elementary School part of?
Berta Weathersbee Elementary School is part of Troup County School District.
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