Serving 484 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lane 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lane Elementary School serves the northern part of Macon, GA, covering an area of approximately 7.6 square miles, with a typical drive time of 5-10 minutes from most homes within the zone. The furthest edge of the attendance area is about 4.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lane Elementary School's student population of 484 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
484 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lane 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 Lane Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#1633 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
77%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Lancers
School Mascot
Lancers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Lane Elementary School is ranked #1633 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springdale Elementary School, Carter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lane Elementary School?
484 students attend Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Lane Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lane Elementary School?
Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lane Elementary School offer ?
Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lane Elementary School part of?
Lane Elementary School is part of Bibb County School District.
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