Serving 161 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, F. L. Stanton 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 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: F. L. Stanton Elementary School serves the southwest part of Atlanta, GA, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
F. L. Stanton Elementary School's student population of 161 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
161 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
F. L. Stanton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of F. L. Stanton Elementary School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1906 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
20%
Black
99%
36%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is F. L. Stanton Elementary School's ranking?
F. L. Stanton Elementary School is ranked #1906 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are F. L. Stanton Elementary School often compared to?
F. L. Stanton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Kindezi School, Miles 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 39% GA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend F. L. Stanton Elementary School?
161 students attend F. L. Stanton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of F. L. Stanton Elementary School students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of F. L. Stanton Elementary School?
F. L. Stanton Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does F. L. Stanton Elementary School offer ?
F. L. Stanton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is F. L. Stanton Elementary School part of?
F. L. Stanton Elementary School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is F. L. Stanton Elementary School located?
F. L. Stanton Elementary School is located in the Mozley Park neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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