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Bill Arp Elementary School

Elementary School · Douglas County

6550 Alexander Pkwy, Douglasville, GA 30135

Enrollment

622

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,327 of 2,268

In Douglasville

#11 of 29

public schools

In district

#13 of 35

Douglas County

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Bill Arp Elementary School

5.9/10

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

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5.7/10

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About Bill Arp Elementary School

Bill Arp Elementary School is a public elementary school in Douglasville, GA, part of Douglas County. Bill Arp Elementary School serves approximately 622 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bill Arp Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,327 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Bill Arp Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • GA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.3% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.9% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-10.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.9 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-1.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,179
Chronic Absenteeism29.3%

Bill Arp Elementary School — Students at Bill Arp Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

82.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 52.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 55.9% (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
76%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
95%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
31%
2022
Math
45%
ELA
40%
2024
Math
31.3%
ELA
27.9%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Bill Arp Elementary School Compares

See how Bill Arp Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
42th percentile in GA
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.3%

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

6550 Alexander Pkwy, Douglasville, GA 30135

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bill Arp Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Winston Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Winston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Holly Springs Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHAPEL HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 4.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Douglasville, see our Douglasville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Alexander High School Douglasville 0.4 mi 5.7
KING'S WAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Douglasville 1.7 mi 7.0
Yeager Middle School Douglasville 1.6 mi 5.0
Dorsett Shoals Elementary School Douglasville 1.6 mi 6.2
Bright Star Elementary School Douglasville 2.9 mi 5.3
Mason Creek Elementary School Winston 2.8 mi 6.3
DOUGLASVILLE SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Douglasville 3.3 mi
Mason Creek Middle School Winston 3.1 mi 7.3
Arbor Station Elementary School Douglasville 3.1 mi 5.1
Winston Elementary School Winston 3.4 mi 8.5
Chapel Hill Elementary School Douglasville 3.2 mi 5.2
Youth Villages at Inner Harbour Douglasville 3.4 mi 5.4
Chapel Hill High School Douglasville 4.2 mi 6.0
Holly Springs Elementary School Douglasville 4.2 mi 8.0
HARVESTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Douglasville 4.3 mi 6.1
Chapel Hill Middle School Douglasville 4.5 mi 5.4
HEIRWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Douglasville 5.1 mi 8.1
Douglas County High School Douglasville 5.0 mi 6.2
North Douglas Elementary School Douglasville 5.4 mi 6.0
CHAPEL HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Douglasville 4.8 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30135 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,991

Median Home Value

$277,400

Median Rent

$1,550/mo

Population

66,689

College Educated

32.6%

Homeownership

77.8%

Avg Commute

34.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bill Arp Elementary School

What grades does Bill Arp Elementary School serve?

Bill Arp Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bill Arp Elementary School?

Bill Arp Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 622 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bill Arp Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bill Arp Elementary School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bill Arp Elementary School rank in GA?

Bill Arp Elementary School ranks #1,327 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Bill Arp Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bill Arp Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Bill Arp Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bill Arp Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Bill Arp Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Bill Arp Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Bill Arp Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bill Arp Elementary School?

82.5% of students at Bill Arp 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
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
14 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
622
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
82.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Douglas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.3%

District

Douglas County
District Enrollment
25,770
Schools in District
35
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,179
District Rank
#13 of 35

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