Summary:
McKendree Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lawrenceville, Georgia, serving 1,013 students in grades PK-5. The school is part of the Gwinnett County school district, which is ranked 56 out of 201 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating.
McKendree Elementary has a diverse student population, with a racial makeup of 13.43% White, 38.7% African American, 33.37% Hispanic, 8.29% Asian, and 6.22% two or more races. However, the school's academic performance, as measured by state assessments, is generally lower than the Gwinnett County and Georgia averages across various subjects and grade levels. For example, in 2022-2023, the percentage of students proficient or better in English Language Arts ranged from 31.7% (3rd grade) to 36.7% (5th grade), compared to Gwinnett County's 44.9% to 48.6% and Georgia's 38.6% to 41.6%. The school also has a relatively high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, at 67.03%, which is significantly higher than nearby schools like Woodward Mill Elementary (47.25%) and Walnut Grove Elementary (48.34%).
Despite these challenges, McKendree Elementary has maintained a relatively stable performance level over the years, consistently ranking in the middle range of Georgia elementary schools. When compared to nearby schools, some interesting patterns emerge. For example, Woodward Mill Elementary and Walnut Grove Elementary consistently outperform McKendree in academic assessments, despite having similar or higher percentages of economically disadvantaged students. This suggests that factors beyond just socioeconomic status, such as school leadership, teaching quality, and educational programs, may play a significant role in student achievement.
Detail:
Public PK, KG-5
District:
Gwinnett County
SchoolDigger Rank:
542nd of 1,243 Georgia Elementary Schools
Per Pupil Expenditures: $9,527
Students who attend McKendree Elementary School usually attend:
Student/teacher ratio: 13.3
Number of students: 1,013
Racial breakdown:
African American:
38.7%
Hispanic:
33.4%
White:
13.4%
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Asian:
8.3%
Two or more races:
6.2%
Free/discounted lunch recipients: 67%
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