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Bernd Elementary School

4160 OCMULGEE EAST BLVD MACON GA 31217

Top 25% School in Georgia

Ranked 41 of 194 in Georgia

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About Bernd Elementary School

Bernd Elementary School is a flourishing public school in Macon, Georgia, serving students in Pre-K through 5th grade from a fringe rural area. The school serves 415 students and offers a nearly balanced gender representation: 48% of students are female and 52% are male. The school is highly diverse, with 92% of students from minority backgrounds and 100% of students economically disadvantaged. The school has a staff of thirty full-time teachers with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1, ensuring that nearly every child receives consistent attention, along with a full-time counselor who supports the emotional and social growth of each student. Academically, 17% of eligible students reach proficiency in math, and 12% of students reach proficiency in reading. This school is ranked #12 out of Bibb County Public Schools' Elementary Schools and is acknowledged as one of the popular elementary schools in Georgia due to its approach to the integral development and education of every student.

Contact Information

Address

4160 OCMULGEE EAST BLVD MACON GA 31217

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Phone

(478) 779-2730

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 52%
Reading 52%
State average proficiency is 52% in Math and 52% in Reading.
30
Full-time Teachers
34
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
415
Total Students
$56512
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 41 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Bernd Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:20 AM - 3:20 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:05 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 8%
Asian 0%
Hispanic 1%
Black 86%
Two+ Races 5%
Native Am. 0.5%
White
8%
Asian
0%
Hispanic
1%
Black
86%
Two+ Races
5%
Native Am.
0.5%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 415
48%
199 Female
52%
216 Male

Student Population

415 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14.76106 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

Bernd Elementary held its annual Leadership Day on January 2025. On October 21, 2024, the school enacted a new speed policy that would allow for increased speed enforcement in its school zone.

FAQ

Q. What options are there for students to learn more at Bernd Elementary School?

A. Bernd Elementary School has reading, math, and science programs to help students grow in many areas.

Q. How does Bernd Elementary School help students with their feelings and getting along with others?

A. Bernd Elementary School focuses on helping students understand their emotions by offering counseling, mentorship, and activities that build confidence.

Q. What does Bernd Elementary School do to make sure kids feel safe and accepted?

A. Bernd Elementary School makes safety a priority with a secure campus, supportive staff, and programs that promote kindness.

Q. How can parents know what’s happening at Bernd Elementary School?

A. Parents can find out about school events through newsletters, the school website, and messages from teachers.

5. Can students do activities outside of regular classes at Bernd Elementary School?

Bernd Elementary School has clubs, sports, and arts programs so students can explore new hobbies.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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