McLendon Elementary School

McLendon Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5
3169 Hollywood Dr,  Decatur, GA
Dekalb County Schools
4.1
317 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Kia Billingsley
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Math Proficiency
22%
Reading Proficiency
32%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
B-
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
22%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers
28
Full Time Teachers
28
Teachers in First or Second Year
12.8%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
7.6%
State Average
15.6%
Science
10.7%
State Average
10.6%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
327:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.5%
Female
48.5%
Black
59.5%
Hispanic
16.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
9.1%
Two or more races
8.4%
White
6.5%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.1 12 Reviews
5.0 parent
5/25/2018
My child really enjoyed his Pre-K experience at Mclendon! His teachers were kind and observant as well as the surrounding staff . There was a good blend of learning mixed with fun activities too. The school has a supportive and caring environment. Also loved the diversity at Mclendon as this will pr...
5.0 other
4/13/2018
This school is growing and turning around! it's awesome to see. The students are improving and the teachers and administrators are caring more about the students. Great environment and when they move on to Druid Hills Middle they are prepared. The school is diverse also which is good for the student...
2.0 parent
6/14/2017
I am horrified at the treatment of my child, who has learning differences.
5.0 parent
1/17/2017
The teachers are any schools most valuable asset; and McLendon has some of the most caring; compassionate; engaged and committed teachers... that enjoy teaching and look forward to enriching children. I have seen first hand how many schools can be over crowded and your child becomes another number;...

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McLendon Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Decatur, GA and is served by the Dekalb County Schools in Georgia. The school has a total enrollment of 317 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Academic records show that 22% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 32% are proficient in reading. McLendon Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $382,239. Discover additional schools in the area, like Clarkston High School, Decatur High School, Druid Hills High School, and more. Learn more about what Decatur has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near McLendon Elementary School.

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