Elementary Schools in Atlanta Public Schools


Summary:

The Atlanta Public Schools district contains 55 elementary schools serving students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. The schools in this district span a wide range of academic performance, with some schools ranking among the top in the state and others struggling to meet proficiency standards.

Several schools stand out as high-performing, including Mary Lin Elementary School, Springdale Park Elementary School, and Jackson Elementary School. These schools boast exceptional test scores, with over 70% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and math across multiple grade levels. In contrast, many schools in the district have high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating significant economic disadvantage, and struggle to reach even 10% proficiency in certain subjects.

The data reveals stark disparities in academic performance within the district, which appear to be correlated with socioeconomic factors. Schools with higher spending per student and lower student-teacher ratios tend to have stronger test scores, suggesting the importance of adequate funding and resources. However, the wide variation in outcomes, even among schools with similar demographics and funding levels, points to the critical role of school leadership, teacher quality, and overall school culture in driving student success.

District Detail

 210 Pryor Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30335

 (404) 802-3500

SchoolDigger Rank:
139th of 206 Georgia districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 49,945

Primary Schools: 55
Middle Schools: 15
High Schools: 15
Alternative Schools: 2
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Georgia Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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