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#915 of 2,268 schools in GA

Top 40% in state

Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School

Elementary School · Atlanta Public Schools

631 Harwell Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318

Enrollment

405

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#915 of 2,268

In Atlanta

#55 of 136

public schools

In district

#35 of 86

Atlanta Public Schools

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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About Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School

Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School is a public elementary school in Atlanta, GA, part of Atlanta Public Schools. Bazoline E.

Usher/collier Heights Elementary School serves approximately 405 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #915 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • GA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

54% of students at Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21.9% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.5% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-20.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.3 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected+3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,046
Chronic Absenteeism54.1%

Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School — Students at Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School score 23% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 29.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 37.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
48%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
15%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
13%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
15%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
20%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
14%
ELA
22%
2024
Math
21.9%
ELA
24.5%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School Compares

See how Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
60th percentile in GA
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
54.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

631 Harwell Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westside Atlanta Charter School (rated 8.9/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harper-Archer Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, KIPP Soul Primary (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
IMHOTOP ACADEMY Atlanta 0.3 mi 4.6
Harper-Archer Elementary School Atlanta 0.3 mi 7.0
B.E.S.T Academy Atlanta 1.4 mi 6.8
Atlanta Heights Charter School Atlanta 1.3 mi 3.5
KIPP Soul Primary Atlanta 1.5 mi 7.0
KIPP Soul Academy Atlanta 1.5 mi 7.7
Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy Atlanta 1.4 mi 7.8
GREATER ATLANTA ADVENTIST ACADEMY Atlanta 1.5 mi 5.7
BEREAN CHRISTIAN JR ACADEMY Atlanta 1.5 mi 5.1
The Kindezi School Atlanta 1.7 mi 4.4
Atlanta SMART Academy Atlanta 1.8 mi 8.1
Peyton Forest Elementary School Atlanta 1.9 mi 4.4
Frederick Douglass High School Atlanta 1.7 mi 5.0
West Manor Elementary School Atlanta 2.3 mi 5.8
Miles Elementary School Atlanta 2.2 mi 4.1
William J. Scott Elementary School Atlanta 2.5 mi 5.8
Benjamin E. Mays High School Atlanta 2.7 mi 4.5
Jean Childs Young Middle School Atlanta 2.8 mi 3.5
Westside Atlanta Charter School Atlanta 2.9 mi 8.9
Kipp Atlanta Collegiate Charter School Atlanta 2.7 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30318 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,222

Median Home Value

$395,100

Median Rent

$1,702/mo

Population

58,651

College Educated

54.3%

Homeownership

41.9%

Avg Commute

25.4 min

Poverty Rate

17.9%

Median Age

31.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School

What grades does Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School serve?

Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School?

Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School rank in GA?

Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School ranks #915 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School a charter school?

No, Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School?

100.0% of students at Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
14 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Fulton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
54.1%

District

Atlanta Public Schools
District Enrollment
49,660
Schools in District
87
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,046
District Rank
#35 of 86

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