Serving 313 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Parklane 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parklane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Parklane Elementary School's student population of 313 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parklane 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 Parklane Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#1648 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
28%
19%
Black
62%
36%
White
3%
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
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
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 Parklane Elementary School's ranking?
Parklane Elementary School is ranked #1648 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Parklane Elementary School?
313 students attend Parklane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Parklane Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parklane Elementary School?
Parklane Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parklane Elementary School offer ?
Parklane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parklane Elementary School part of?
Parklane Elementary School is part of Fulton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Parklane Elementary School located?
Parklane Elementary School is located in the River Park neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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