East Lake Elementary School

199 E Lake Rd
Mcdonough, GA 30252
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 689 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 689 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : Top 20% in GA
  • : 49% (Top 20%)
  • : 49% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

East Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

School Overview

East Lake Elementary School's student population of 689 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
689 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
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School Rankings

East Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Lake Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (GA)
#404 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
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49%
36%
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49%
39%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
5%
5%
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Hispanic
9%
18%
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Black
45%
36%
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White
33%
37%
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Hawaiian
n/a
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Two or more races
8%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.68
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
53%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is East Lake Elementary School's ranking?
East Lake Elementary School is ranked #404 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are East Lake Elementary School often compared to?
East Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Timber Ridge Elementary School, Ola Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend East Lake Elementary School?
689 students attend East Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of East Lake Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Lake Elementary School?
East Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Lake Elementary School offer ?
East Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is East Lake Elementary School part of?
East Lake Elementary School is part of Henry County School District.

School Reviews

5   3/16/2017
We have had a child in this school since August, 2007. We have seen many, many changes but have always been very pleased with the staff, the administration, the parent participation.. You name it. We currently have two children attending East Lake in different grade levels. One of these children has special needs. She can be quite difficult at times. The staff and administration ( specifically Dr. Bailey) meets her at the door with a smile on her face every morning. In her classroom she is met with respect and love despite her difficulties. Many meetings are held, much consideration is taken. They always have her best interests at heart. They bend over backward to accommodate her needs. Our other child has a phenomenal teacher as well. She goes out of her way to make sure my child feels confident, loved and motivated.East Lake is a fantastic school. We love it and to be Frank, we moved to this school district because of it.
- Posted by Parent - AJTEMOM
2   6/22/2015
It is 2015 and their is not enough diversity in the school. The teaching staff doesn't reflect diversity either, they are like a cult, and God forbid that you have a complaint about one of the teachers, Dr. Bailey seems to take it personal. The school is ran like a monarchy where some parents are not supposed to question decisions made by the teacher. I have had a teacher call me in to ask how to handle my child, and tell me that she is the most hateful child she has ever seen (really after over 18 years of teaching), this occurred in the 2nd grade from day one when we met that teacher, she did not seem to make eye contact with us(this was during open house) she was distracted from talking with us when previous students or their parents came in the door. This hurried/really don't have time attitude continued with her throughout the year. Not to mention the notes or emails I received on how my child was just hopeless to teach. So we were advised that my child's reading gap was not closing and her behavior was a problem, so they tested her (after all must be the child, can't be the teacher), she was not classified as special education. One day I was in the front office waiting for a conference and one of the front office staff was actually carrying on a conversation about a young boy that used to go there, he was going into middle school and she was talking about how dark his skin was and not sure what he has in him. Isn't that bold!?, here you have a parent sitting in the office who happens to be a person of color and you choose to talk about this. They have no worries about things like this! In 3rd grade, oh boy, we had a teacher and EIP teacher that basically stated they did not know how to motivate my child to our faces. I know their are behavior problems with my child at school which she doesn't exhibit at home or anywhere else, and the school has gone through the motions to appear as if they want to help, but I feel my child is missing something, Her 1st grade Teacher at East Lake was excellent! but since then our lives have been a living hell of nothing but negativity! Their right she is not motivated like she was in 1st grade! but the blame is not all on my child, that is teaching and not knowing how to deal with diversity. Other teachers I have talked with advised me that it was really unprofessional of them to advise us do not know how to motivate my child. I have talked with some other minority parents in the area and they all say the same thing as well as local teachers of color, that they have heard they lack the patients to deal with some minority students of color. The numbers prove it. Why is the percentage of black students lower than the State average for Georgia!? Not because not a lot of blacks or people of color do not live in the area! Just this week we were told by a African American Teacher that need to move her from the school and told us the more tolerant elementary schools in Henry County when it comes to African American Children. It is ashamed that it's 2015 and we are still having these issues.
- Posted by Parent - wleec
2   10/17/2011
My son, attended a few years ago and I did not like his teacher. They held a tribute for Elvis during what should be have been something to view the schools acceptance of diversity. My newphew will attend in a year and I hope his parents place him in private school.
- Posted by Parent - aying

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 689 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 49% (Top 20%)
  • : 49% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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