Serving 342 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mclendon Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McLendon Elementary School serves the northwest part of Decatur, GA, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families typically experience a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mclendon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Mclendon Elementary School's student population of 342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
342 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to McLendon Elementary, a school of EXCELLENCE!
School Rankings
Mclendon Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mclendon Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1086 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
58%
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
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
5%
Showing 2009–2018. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 09/26/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mclendon Elementary School's ranking?
Mclendon Elementary School is ranked #1086 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mclendon Elementary School often compared to?
Mclendon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laurel Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Mclendon Elementary School?
342 students attend Mclendon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Mclendon Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mclendon Elementary School?
Mclendon Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mclendon Elementary School offer ?
Mclendon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mclendon Elementary School part of?
Mclendon Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
In what neighborhood is Mclendon Elementary School located?
Mclendon Elementary School is located in the Greater Valley Brook neighborhood of Decatur, GA.
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