Serving 1,019 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,019 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy's student population of 1,019 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,019 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy is 0.31, 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
#1861 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
82%
36%
White
2%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy's ranking?
Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy is ranked #1861 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy?
1,019 students attend Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy?
Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy offer ?
Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy part of?
Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy is part of Clayton County School District.
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