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Bright Star Elementary School

Elementary School · Douglas County

6300 John West Rd, Douglasville, GA 30134

Enrollment

479

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,567 of 2,268

In Douglasville

#18 of 29

public schools

In district

#20 of 35

Douglas County

Academic performance

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Bright Star Elementary School

5.3/10

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

Douglasville Sda Elementary School

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About Bright Star Elementary School

Bright Star Elementary School is a public elementary school in Douglasville, GA, part of Douglas County. Bright Star Elementary School serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Bright Star Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,567 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Bright Star Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • GA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.6% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.7% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-2.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.1 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected+8.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,179
Chronic Absenteeism22.8%

Bright Star Elementary School — Students at Bright Star Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 48.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 53.0% (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
80%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
98%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
38%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
29%
2024
Math
39.6%
ELA
36.7%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Bright Star Elementary School Compares

See how Bright Star Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
31th percentile in GA
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.8%

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

6300 John West Rd, Douglasville, GA 30134

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bright Star Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Winston Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Winston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mason Creek Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Winston), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Dorsett Shoals Elementary School (rated 6.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Douglasville, see our Douglasville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
DOUGLASVILLE SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Douglasville 0.4 mi
Yeager Middle School Douglasville 2.1 mi 5.0
Arbor Station Elementary School Douglasville 1.9 mi 5.1
North Douglas Elementary School Douglasville 2.5 mi 6.0
Winston Elementary School Winston 2.2 mi 8.5
HEIRWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Douglasville 2.4 mi 8.1
Alexander High School Douglasville 2.8 mi 5.7
Douglas County High School Douglasville 2.5 mi 6.2
Bill Arp Elementary School Douglasville 2.9 mi 5.9
Dorsett Shoals Elementary School Douglasville 3.0 mi 6.2
Mason Creek Elementary School Winston 2.8 mi 6.3
Stewart Middle School Douglasville 3.0 mi 3.6
Mason Creek Middle School Winston 2.9 mi 7.3
FIRST BAPTIST GO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Douglasville 3.2 mi 5.7
Brighten Academy Douglasville 3.2 mi 5.6
Chapel Hill Elementary School Douglasville 3.7 mi 5.2
Burnett Elementary School Douglasville 3.6 mi 4.5
Eastside Elementary School Douglasville 3.7 mi 3.4
KING'S WAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Douglasville 4.5 mi 7.0
HARVESTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Douglasville 3.9 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,699

Median Home Value

$244,500

Median Rent

$1,272/mo

Population

46,587

College Educated

25.3%

Homeownership

66.9%

Avg Commute

31.8 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

35.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bright Star Elementary School

What grades does Bright Star Elementary School serve?

Bright Star Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bright Star Elementary School?

Bright Star Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 479 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bright Star Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bright Star Elementary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bright Star Elementary School rank in GA?

Bright Star Elementary School ranks #1,567 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Bright Star Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bright Star Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Bright Star Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bright Star Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Bright Star Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Bright Star Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Bright Star Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bright Star Elementary School?

84.3% of students at Bright Star 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
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Douglas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.8%

District

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

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