Serving 526 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mary Lin Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher 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 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Lin Elementary School serves the eastern part of Atlanta, GA, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 1.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Lin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mary Lin Elementary School's student population of 526 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
526 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mary Lin Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary Lin Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#11 out of 2192 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
9%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
74%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary Lin Elementary School's ranking?
Mary Lin Elementary School is ranked #11 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mary Lin Elementary School often compared to?
Mary Lin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springdale Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Mary Lin Elementary School?
526 students attend Mary Lin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Mary Lin Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary Lin Elementary School?
Mary Lin Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mary Lin Elementary School offer ?
Mary Lin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mary Lin Elementary School part of?
Mary Lin Elementary School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary Lin Elementary School located?
Mary Lin Elementary School is located in the Candler Park neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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