Serving 734 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lockheed 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 24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 734 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lockheed Elementary School serves the eastern part of Marietta, GA, covering an area of approximately 3.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 4.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lockheed Elementary School's student population of 734 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
734 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Lockheed 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 Lockheed Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1778 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
57%
20%
Black
34%
36%
White
5%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lockheed Elementary School's ranking?
Lockheed Elementary School is ranked #1778 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lockheed Elementary School often compared to?
Lockheed Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sawyer Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lockheed Elementary School?
734 students attend Lockheed Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Lockheed Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lockheed Elementary School?
Lockheed Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lockheed Elementary School offer ?
Lockheed Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lockheed Elementary School part of?
Lockheed Elementary School is part of Marietta City School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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