Serving 1,010 students in grades 3-5, Mcclelland 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 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 1,010 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcclelland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mcclelland Elementary School's student population of 1,010 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,010 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Mcclelland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcclelland Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1377 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
27%
36%
White
43%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
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 Mcclelland Elementary School's ranking?
Mcclelland Elementary School is ranked #1377 out of 2,192 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Mcclelland Elementary School?
1,010 students attend Mcclelland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Mcclelland Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcclelland Elementary School?
Mcclelland Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcclelland Elementary School offer ?
Mcclelland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcclelland Elementary School part of?
Mcclelland Elementary School is part of Long County School District.
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