Excellent
#249 of 2,268 schools in GA
Top 11% in state
Baker Place Elementary
Elementary School · Columbia County
2011 Hero Way, Grovetown, GA 30813
Enrollment
948
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
948
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#249 of 2,268
In Grovetown
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#8 of 30
Columbia County
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Baker Place Elementary
Baker Place Elementary is a public elementary school in Grovetown, GA, part of Columbia County. Baker Place Elementary serves approximately 948 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Baker Place Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #249 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Baker Place Elementary show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- GA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Baker Place Elementary — Students at Baker Place Elementary score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)
Based on 26 test records from GA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Baker Place Elementary Compares
See how Baker Place Elementary 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
2011 Hero Way, Grovetown, GA 30813
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Baker Place Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Parkway Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Evans), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Greenbrier Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Evans), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lewiston Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Evans), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Grovetown, see our Grovetown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Grovetown High School Grovetown | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Columbia Middle School Grovetown | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Euchee Creek Elementary School Grovetown | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Lewiston Elementary School Evans | 2.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Cedar Ridge Elementary School Grovetown | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Grovetown Middle School Grovetown | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Grovetown Elementary School Grovetown | 4.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Parkway Elementary School Evans | 4.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Harlem Middle School Harlem | 4.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Harlem High School Harlem | 5.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Brookwood Elementary School Grovetown | 5.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Evans Middle School Evans | 5.3 mi | 7.4 |
| SAIL Charter Academy - School for Arts-Infused Learning Evans | 5.8 mi | 7.5 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Martinez | 5.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Evans Elementary School Evans | 5.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Evans High School Evans | 5.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Greenbrier Elementary School Evans | 6.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Greenbrier High School Evans | 7.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Greenbrier Middle School Evans | 7.1 mi | 7.4 |
| North Harlem Elementary School Harlem | 7.0 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30813 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,890
Median Home Value
$270,300
Median Rent
$1,404/mo
Population
49,986
College Educated
30.6%
Homeownership
72.3%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
33.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arcado Elementary School Lilburn, GA | 8.5 |
| Arnold Mill Elementary School Woodstock, GA | 8.5 |
| Avery Elementary School Canton, GA | 8.5 |
| Bascomb Elementary School Woodstock, GA | 8.5 |
| Cheatham Hill Elementary School Marietta, GA | 8.5 |
| Daves Creek Elementary School Cumming, GA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Baker Place Elementary
What grades does Baker Place Elementary serve?
Baker Place Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Baker Place Elementary?
Baker Place Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 948 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Baker Place Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Baker Place Elementary is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Baker Place Elementary rank in GA?
Baker Place Elementary ranks #249 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Baker Place Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Baker Place Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Baker Place Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Baker Place Elementary has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is Baker Place Elementary a charter school?
No, Baker Place Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Baker Place Elementary a Title I school?
No, Baker Place Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Baker Place Elementary?
39.7% of students at Baker Place Elementary 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 948
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Columbia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.2%
- Phone
- (706) 447-2115
Resources & Links
District
Columbia County- District Enrollment
- 28,854
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,853
- District Rank
- #8 of 30
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