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#1593 of 2,268 schools in GA
F. L. Stanton Elementary School
Elementary School · Atlanta Public Schools
1625 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Atlanta, GA 30314
Enrollment
174
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
174
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#1,593 of 2,268
In Atlanta
#96 of 136
public schools
In district
#57 of 86
Atlanta Public Schools
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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F. L. Stanton Elementary School
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About F. L. Stanton Elementary School
F. L. Stanton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Atlanta, GA, part of Atlanta Public Schools.
F. L. Stanton Elementary School serves approximately 174 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
F. L. Stanton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,593 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for F. L. Stanton Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 174 students, F. L. Stanton Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, F. L. Stanton Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
61% of students at F. L. Stanton Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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F. L. Stanton Elementary School — Students at F. L. Stanton Elementary School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.
How F. L. Stanton Elementary School Compares
See how F. L. Stanton Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1625 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Atlanta, GA 30314
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering F. L. Stanton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tuskegee Airman Global Academy (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP Strive Primary Charter School (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Woodson Park Academy School (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30314 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,870
Median Home Value
$210,300
Median Rent
$991/mo
Population
23,594
College Educated
29.8%
Homeownership
42.1%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
38.1%
Median Age
29.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about F. L. Stanton Elementary School
What grades does F. L. Stanton Elementary School serve?
F. L. Stanton Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend F. L. Stanton Elementary School?
F. L. Stanton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 174 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at F. L. Stanton Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at F. L. Stanton Elementary School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does F. L. Stanton Elementary School rank in GA?
F. L. Stanton Elementary School ranks #1,593 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is F. L. Stanton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
F. L. Stanton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at F. L. Stanton Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, F. L. Stanton Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is F. L. Stanton Elementary School a charter school?
No, F. L. Stanton Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is F. L. Stanton Elementary School a Title I school?
No, F. L. Stanton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for F. L. Stanton Elementary School?
100.0% of students at F. L. Stanton Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 174
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fulton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.9%
- Phone
- (404) 802-7500
Resources & Links
District
Atlanta Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 49,660
- Schools in District
- 87
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,046
- District Rank
- #57 of 86
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