Very Good
#751 of 2,268 schools in GA
Top 33% in state
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
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
174
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Atlanta
#56 of 136
public schools
Georgia elementary schools
#533 of 1,301
In district
#36 of 86
Atlanta Public Schools
School environment
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About F. L. Stanton Elementary School
F. L. Stanton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Atlanta, Georgia, serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade.
With an enrollment of 174 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.7:1, the school offers personalized attention to each child’s learning needs. The teaching staff consists of 18 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to supporting young learners. While F.
L. Stanton Elementary School's academic performance currently ranks in the lower half among Georgia schools with a state ranking of #1681 out of 2271, the school is committed to continuous improvement and student development. The ELA/reading proficiency rate stands at 12% and math proficiency at 14%, indicating areas where focused efforts are needed.
F. L. Stanton Elementary School is situated in a bustling urban setting within Atlanta, providing students with an engaging city experience that fosters community connections and real-world learning opportunities.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 174 students, F. L. Stanton Elementary School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
While current test scores at F. L. Stanton Elementary School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.7:1, F. L. Stanton Elementary School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
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 8 test records from GA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.6/10.
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
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 17% (2019) to 17.6% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 17% (2019) to 17.6% (2024).
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. Beecher Hills Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is William M.Boyd Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tuskegee Airman Global Academy (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding F. L. Stanton Elementary School has a median household income of $36,870. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $210,300, with a median rent of $991/month. The area has a poverty rate of 38.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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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 is ranked #751 out of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is F. L. Stanton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
F. L. Stanton Elementary School has a composite rating of 7.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at F. L. Stanton Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, F. L. Stanton Elementary School has 14.3% math proficiency and 11.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Low (3/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (404) 802-7500
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Atlanta Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 49,660
- Schools in District
- 87
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,046
- District Rank
- #36 of 86
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