Average
#1085 of 2,268 schools in GA
Top 48% in state
Based on limited data
Bacon County Primary School
Elementary School · Bacon County
251 Cumberland Rd, Alma, GA 31510
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on GA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
585
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
585
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#1,085 of 2,268
In Alma
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Bacon County
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Bacon County Primary School
Elementary School in Alma · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Bacon County Elementary School
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Bacon County Middle School
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About Bacon County Primary School
Bacon County Primary School is a public elementary school in Alma, GA, part of Bacon County. Bacon County Primary School serves approximately 585 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bacon County Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,085 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 7.5
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Bacon County Primary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
31% of students at Bacon County Primary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Bacon County Primary School Compares
See how Bacon County Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
251 Cumberland Rd, Alma, GA 31510
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bacon County Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bacon County Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fourth District Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Surrency), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Blackshear Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 21.6 miles away, in nearby Blackshear), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alma, see our Alma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bacon County Elementary School Alma | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Bacon County Middle School Alma | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Bacon County High School Alma | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Nicholls Elementary School Nicholls | 9.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Appling County Middle School Baxley | 14.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Appling County Elementary School Baxley | 15.4 mi | 7.9 |
| APPLING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Baxley | 15.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Appling County High School Baxley | 15.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Fourth District Elementary School Surrency | 14.6 mi | 8.1 |
| West Green Elementary School West Green | 15.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Waresboro Elementary School Waycross | 21.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Waycross Regional Youth Detention Center Waycross | 21.6 mi | — |
| Wacona Elementary School Waycross | 22.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Jeff Davis Elementary School Hazlehurst | 22.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Satilla Elementary School Douglas | 20.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Jeff Davis Middle School Hazlehurst | 22.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Ware County Middle School Waycross | 23.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Blackshear Elementary School Blackshear | 21.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Jeff Davis High School Hazlehurst | 22.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Altamaha Elementary School Baxley | 23.0 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 31510 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,721
Median Home Value
$105,900
Median Rent
$797/mo
Population
9,592
College Educated
11.9%
Homeownership
72.1%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
19.5%
Median Age
40.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bethlehem Elementary School Bethlehem, GA | 6.4 |
| Blue Ridge Elementary School Blue Ridge, GA | 6.4 |
| East Fannin Elementary School Morganton, GA | 6.4 |
| Evansdale Elementary School Doraville, GA | 6.4 |
| Gentian Elementary School Columbus, GA | 6.4 |
| Gray Elementary School Gray, GA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bacon County Primary School
What grades does Bacon County Primary School serve?
Bacon County Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Bacon County Primary School?
Bacon County Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 585 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bacon County Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bacon County Primary School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bacon County Primary School rank in GA?
Bacon County Primary School ranks #1,085 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Bacon County Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bacon County Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bacon County Primary School a charter school?
No, Bacon County Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bacon County Primary School a Title I school?
No, Bacon County Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bacon County Primary School?
92.0% of students at Bacon County Primary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 585
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Bacon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.8%
- Phone
- (912) 632-4765
Resources & Links
District
Bacon County- District Enrollment
- 2,111
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,862
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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