Luella Elementary School

575 Walker Dr
Locust Grove, GA 30248
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 652 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Luella 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 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 652 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 94%
  • : Bottom 50% in GA
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Luella Elementary School's student population of 652 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
652 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
School Motto
In Pursuit of Exceptional

School Rankings

Luella 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 Luella Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (GA)
#1275 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
32%
39%
30%
40%
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
75%
36%
White
6%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.42
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Luella Elementary School's ranking?
Luella Elementary School is ranked #1275 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Luella Elementary School?
652 students attend Luella Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Luella Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Luella Elementary School?
Luella Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Luella Elementary School offer ?
Luella Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Luella Elementary School part of?
Luella Elementary School is part of Henry County School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 652 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 94%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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