Understanding the Brantley County Board of Education and School System

The Brantley County Board of Education plays a vital role in shaping the educational landscape of Brantley County, Georgia. This article provides an overview of the board's functions, policies, and the school system it oversees.

Board of Education: Policies and Vision

The Brantley County Board of Education is currently working with the Georgia School Boards Association to revise its board policies. As this project progresses, updated policies will replace older versions. In the interim, copies of revised policies and proposed revisions can be reviewed at the Board of Education office.

The Board's Vision Statement is: "Reach every student, every day!"

Board Members

The current board members are Mr. David Herrin, Mrs. Teresa Lairsey, and Dr. Mrs. Kathy Hendrix, Mr. Dr.

Nondiscrimination Policy

The Brantley County Board of Education has a clear nondiscrimination policy. The Brantley County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or national origin (Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964); sex (Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Applied Technology Act of 1990); or disability (Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act 1990) in education programs or activities receiving federal financial assistance. Employees, students, and the general public are hereby notified that the Brantley County School System does not discriminate in any educational program or activity or in employment policies.

Compliance questions can be submitted to Mr. Dean Horne for ADA-related issues and to Mrs. Teri Hendrix for Title IX, Title VI, and Section 504 concerns. They can be reached at the Brantley County Board of Education, 272 School Circle, Nahunta, GA 31553, 912-462-6176.

Brantley County Schools Overview

Brantley County Schools is an above-average public school district located in Nahunta, GA. The district serves approximately 3,407 students in grades PK, K-12. The student-teacher ratio is 17 to 1. The Brantley County School District operates seven schools. They are listed below in alphabetical order.

Key Statistics

Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 (National average: 16:1)
Expenses Per Student: $12,599 (National average: $17,834)
Instruction Spending: 60% of the budget
Support Services Spending: 32% of the budget
Other Spending: 7% of the budget

Academic Performance

Student proficiency is assessed using tests and other standards established by state and local education agencies. Proficiency measurements are established by the states. Proficiency levels are not comparable between different states, and year-over-year proficiency levels within a district may not be comparable because states may change their proficiency measurements.

Staffing

As of the 2023-2024 school year, Brantley County School District had 243.90 full-time classroom teachers.

Niche Grades

The district receives the following grades from Niche:

Overall Niche Grade: Rating 3.79 out of 5
Clubs & Activities: B
Administration: B-
Resources & Facilities: B
Students: C-

Diversity

The student body's diversity is graded a C- by Niche, based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.

Community Feedback

Reviews of Brantley County Schools are mixed. One reviewer mentioned "I had a lot more bad experiences as a whole then good. However I made lots of friends and graduated so it wasn't all awful." Another reviewer noted that "Overall a good school district. Though the students can be disrespectful at times, the teachers handle everything efficiently and effectively. The BOE is focused on the success of every student, and encourages everyone to strive for perfection."

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