Henderson Mill Elementary is the first STEAM-certified elementary school in Georgia. It earned this distinction in 2017, five years after becoming one of the first STEM-certified elementary schools in the state, at a time when Georgia was pioneering such programs in the United States of America. It is now a statewide model for other schools that are planning to develop STEM programs.
The school is tucked into a quiet residential neighborhood anchored by mid-century ranches and two-story brick houses built in the 1970s and 80s. Also near the school are clusters of two-story houses built since the 1990s. A breezeway with a folded-plate roof greets visitors and students upon arrival and is a reminder that the school first opened in 1965.
The school was led by only two principals for its first 30 years of operation. As the population of Northlake grew and school leadership transformed in the early aughts, Henderson Mill Elementary experienced a period of development in which it established new educational programs and community partnerships to provide long-term funding for STEM programs.
About 500 students enrolled in pre-kindergarten to fifth grade attend Henderson Mill Elementary, which is part of DeKalb County Public Schools. Test scores generally fall near the average for the region. The student body reflects the racial diversity of the community, and it is served by educational programs for gifted education, students with hearing impairment, and reading tutors. The school publishes important information and documents for parents and guardians in both English and Spanish.
Curriculum is taught in project-based learning. In this method, students identify problems, create solutions, and then actively engage in modeling those solutions to explore classroom subjects. Often, students tackle problems that include a social component and impact the local community.
Henderson Mill Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-5
2408 Henderson Mill Rd NE,
Atlanta, GA
Dekalb County Schools
School Details
Head of School
Mitchell Green
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Math Proficiency
25%
Reading Proficiency
35%
Niche Grade
C+
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Reading Proficiency
35%
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Math Proficiency
25%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
35
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Full Time Teachers
35
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Teachers in First or Second Year
11.1%
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GreatSchools Rating
1
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
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Math
10.3%
State Average
15.6%
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Science
7.2%
State Average
10.6%
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Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
327:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
52.1%
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Female
47.9%
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Hispanic
50.4%
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Black
24.4%
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White
15.5%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
8/15/2019
I can attest to the fact that this was a great school if you were in the gifted program. The school was great at harboring Independence and Team working skills by the time you are in 5th grade. If your child joins the Gifted-STEAM program, then they will have a World-Class education experience.
GreatSchools Reviews
3/12/2026
The pre-k program is so wonderful. My child is thriving with these wonderful teachers. The principal cares deeply about the school. The teachers are excited to be there, responsive, and kind. My child has learned so much the past year!
3/4/2026
Henderson Mill has a great school community!
1/18/2026
As a parent of two Henderson Mill Elementary students, I cannot say enough good things about our school community. Henderson Mill is a Title 1 school with incredible diversity, which is truly one of its greatest strengths. The administration is outstanding—our principal, who stepped into the role la...
1/17/2026
The older negative reviews do not reflect the school today. Since the arrival of an excellent new principal, the school has been a wonderful place for our family. The community is diverse, welcoming, and supportive.
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Additional Schools in the Area
Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools
Choice Schools
Choice schools may not serve this home. Please check the school district website to see all schools serving this home.
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Private
Parks in this Area
Kelley Cofer Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Lake
- Pool
Fitzgerald Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Concessions
- Multi-Purpose Field
Henderson Park
- Dog Park
- Lake
- Soccer
Tucker Nature Preserve
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Nature Center
Tucker Rec Center
- Soccer
- Parking Lot
- Community Center
Montreal Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Probst Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Hiking
Johns Homestead Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Hiking
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Henderson Mill Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Atlanta, GA, in the Tucker neighborhood, and is served by the Dekalb County Schools in Georgia. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 526 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 25% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 35% are proficient in reading. Henderson Mill Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $431,770. Discover additional schools in the area, like Lakeside High School, Tucker High School, St Pius X Catholic High School, and more. Learn more about what Atlanta has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Henderson Mill Elementary School.