Serving 998 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mckendree Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 998 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckendree Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mckendree Elementary School's student population of 998 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
998 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mckendree Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckendree 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
#904 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
35%
19%
Black
40%
36%
White
12%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Mckendree Elementary School's ranking?
Mckendree Elementary School is ranked #904 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mckendree Elementary School often compared to?
Mckendree Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rock Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Mckendree Elementary School?
998 students attend Mckendree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Mckendree Elementary School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckendree Elementary School?
Mckendree Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mckendree Elementary School offer ?
Mckendree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckendree Elementary School part of?
Mckendree Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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