BANKS COUNTY PRIMARY SCHOOL

Banks County Primary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Banks County school district, located in Homer, GA with about 607 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 46 teachers, Banks County Primary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Banks County Primary School, located in Homer, Georgia, serves as a foundational educational institution for the students of Banks County. The school is dedicated to creating a supportive and nurturing environment for children in the early stages of their academic journey, typically focusing on Pre-Kindergarten through second grade. As part of the Banks County School System, the primary school emphasizes the development of essential literacy and numeracy skills while fostering a love for learning in a welcoming, community-focused setting.

The school is committed to the success and well-being of its young learners, utilizing a curriculum that balances rigorous academic standards with social-emotional growth. By prioritizing teacher-student collaboration and parent involvement, Banks County Primary School strives to build a strong educational foundation that prepares students for their transition to the upper elementary grades. For families interested in specific district policies, school calendars, or staff information, the school maintains an active web presence at http://www.banks.k12.ga.us/bcps.

For more information, contact Banks County Primary School at (706) 677-2355 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

266 Highway 51 S
Homer, GA 30547
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BANKS COUNTY PRIMARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Homer, GA with about 607 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Banks County
Total Students:
607
Teachers:
46
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 607 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending BANKS COUNTY PRIMARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 88% of the student body.

White
87.6%
Hispanic/Latino
6.6%
Two or more races
3.1%
Black or African American
2.3%
Asian
0.3%

Female
47.8%
Male
52.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.