Serving 317 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mclendon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mclendon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mclendon Elementary School's student population of 317 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mclendon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mclendon Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1408 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
62%
36%
White
5%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mclendon Elementary School's ranking?
Mclendon Elementary School is ranked #1408 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mclendon Elementary School often compared to?
Mclendon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laurel Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Mclendon Elementary School?
317 students attend Mclendon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Mclendon Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mclendon Elementary School?
Mclendon Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mclendon Elementary School offer ?
Mclendon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mclendon Elementary School part of?
Mclendon Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
In what neighborhood is Mclendon Elementary School located?
Mclendon Elementary School is located in the Greater Valley Brook neighborhood of Decatur, GA.
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