Mary Lin Elementary School

586 Candler Park Dr Ne
Atlanta, GA 30307
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 1%
Serving 509 students in grades Kindergarten-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 14:1 is equal to 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 65% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 509 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 1% in GA
  • : 88% (Top 1%)
  • : 83% (Top 1%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 5%)
  • 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:

School Overview

Mary Lin Elementary School's student population of 509 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
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 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (GA)
#11 out of 2192 schools
(Top 1%)
88%
39%
83%
40%
75-79%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
8%
36%
White
74%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.44
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
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 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?
509 students attend Mary Lin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Mary Lin Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% 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 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mary Lin Elementary School offer ?
Mary Lin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-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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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 509 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 1%
  • : 88% (Top 1%)
  • : 83% (Top 1%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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