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Very Good

#529 of 2,268 schools in GA

Top 23% in state

Berkeley Lake Elementary School

Elementary School · Gwinnett County

4300 S Berkeley Lake Rd NW, Duluth, GA 30096

Enrollment

808

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#529 of 2,268

In Duluth

#12 of 20

public schools

In district

#56 of 139

Gwinnett County

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Berkeley Lake Elementary School

7.8/10

Elementary School in Duluth · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Berkeley Lake Elementary School

Berkeley Lake Elementary School is a public elementary school in Duluth, GA, part of Gwinnett County. Berkeley Lake Elementary School serves approximately 808 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Berkeley Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #529 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Berkeley Lake Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.4
  • GA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.79 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.2% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg+7.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.4 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected+1.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,348
Chronic Absenteeism12%

Berkeley Lake Elementary School — Students at Berkeley Lake Elementary School score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 62.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 63.4% (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
88%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
96%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
48%
2024
Math
50%
ELA
48.2%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Berkeley Lake Elementary School Compares

See how Berkeley Lake Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
77th percentile in GA
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
65 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

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

4300 S Berkeley Lake Rd NW, Duluth, GA 30096

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Berkeley Lake Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Yi Hwang Academy of Language Excellence (rated 9.0/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is State Bridge Crossing Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Alpharetta), which scores notably higher. Additionally, International Charter Academy of Georgia (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Peachtree Corners), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Duluth, see our Duluth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
SKA ACADEMY OF ART AND DESIGN/ SABAH KINDER ART Duluth 1.6 mi 4.0
Norcross High School Norcross 1.6 mi 5.9
Duluth Middle School Duluth 1.7 mi 6.6
Gwinnett Intervention Education Center (GIVE) West Norcross 2.2 mi 4.1
NORCROSS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Norcross 2.3 mi
PERIMETER SCHOOL Johns Creek 2.5 mi 5.9
PEACHTREE PARK PREP Alpharetta 2.6 mi
Norcross Elementary School Norcross 2.5 mi 5.5
New Life Academy of Excellence Duluth 2.6 mi 6.0
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Duluth 2.7 mi 8.1
Summerour Middle School Norcross 2.7 mi 6.3
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Peachtree Corners 2.3 mi 5.5
International Charter Academy of Georgia Peachtree Corners 2.5 mi 7.7
Baldwin Elementary Norcross 2.9 mi 7.6
Pinckneyville Middle School Peachtree Corners 2.5 mi 7.3
Yi Hwang Academy of Language Excellence Duluth 3.0 mi 9.0
Chesney Elementary School Duluth 2.6 mi 5.0
Paul Duke STEM High School Norcross 2.7 mi 7.6
Beaver Ridge Elementary School Norcross 3.1 mi 4.9
State Bridge Crossing Elementary School Alpharetta 3.1 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30096 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,478

Median Home Value

$342,700

Median Rent

$1,741/mo

Population

71,141

College Educated

41.7%

Homeownership

43.2%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Median Age

36.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Berkeley Lake Elementary School

What grades does Berkeley Lake Elementary School serve?

Berkeley Lake Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Berkeley Lake Elementary School?

Berkeley Lake Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 808 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Berkeley Lake Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Berkeley Lake Elementary School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Berkeley Lake Elementary School rank in GA?

Berkeley Lake Elementary School ranks #529 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Berkeley Lake Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Berkeley Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Berkeley Lake Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Berkeley Lake Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Berkeley Lake Elementary School a charter school?

No, Berkeley Lake Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Berkeley Lake Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Berkeley Lake Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Berkeley Lake Elementary School?

54.0% of students at Berkeley Lake 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
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
808
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
65
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Gwinnett County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

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