Lockheed Elementary School

1205 Merritt Rd
Marietta, GA 30062
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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2/
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Bottom 50%
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 (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 734 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Bottom 50% in GA
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 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)
Total Students
734 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students

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.
This School
State Level (GA)
#1778 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

24%
39%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

16%
40%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
57%
20%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Black
34%
36%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

White
5%
34%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
4%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
95%
0.56

Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
33.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
63%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Red, white and blue
School Mascot
Jets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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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
I have been going to this school for six years. The teachers there care for you and make sure your best intrests are at heart
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Alivia

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 734 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 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

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