Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake City Elementary School 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 31% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lake City Elementary School's student population of 471 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake City Elementary School 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 Lake City Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1467 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
48%
19%
Black
32%
36%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake City Elementary School's ranking?
Lake City Elementary School is ranked #1467 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lake City Elementary School often compared to?
Lake City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morrow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lake City Elementary School?
471 students attend Lake City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Lake City Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake City Elementary School?
Lake City Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake City Elementary School offer ?
Lake City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake City Elementary School part of?
Lake City Elementary School is part of Clayton County School District.
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