Serving 515 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lee Street 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 9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lee Street Elementary School serves the southwest area of Jonesboro, GA, covering approximately 2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lee Street Elementary School's student population of 515 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
515 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lee Street 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 Lee Street Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#2146 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
20%
20%
Black
71%
36%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lee Street Elementary School's ranking?
Lee Street Elementary School is ranked #2146 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lee Street Elementary School often compared to?
Lee Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Ridge Elementary School, Lake City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lee Street Elementary School?
515 students attend Lee Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Lee Street Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lee Street Elementary School?
Lee Street Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lee Street Elementary School offer ?
Lee Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lee Street Elementary School part of?
Lee Street Elementary School is part of Clayton County School District.
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