Serving 628 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 85% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mary Lin Elementary School's student population of 628 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mary Lin Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary Lin 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#17 out of 2204 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
5%
18%
Black
10%
36%
White
75%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary Lin Elementary School's ranking?
Mary Lin Elementary School is ranked #17 out of 2,204 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, Morningside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% 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?
628 students attend Mary Lin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Mary Lin Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary Lin Elementary School?
Mary Lin Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than 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
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.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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