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L. O. Kimberly Elementary School

Elementary School · Atlanta Public Schools

3090 McMurray Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30311

Enrollment

300

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,433 of 2,268

In Atlanta

#87 of 136

public schools

In district

#52 of 86

Atlanta Public Schools

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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L. O. Kimberly Elementary School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Atlanta · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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About L. O. Kimberly Elementary School

L. O. Kimberly Elementary School is a public elementary school in Atlanta, GA, part of Atlanta Public Schools.

L. O. Kimberly Elementary School serves approximately 300 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio.

L. O. Kimberly Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,433 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for L. O. Kimberly Elementary School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • GA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

60% of students at L. O. Kimberly 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.64 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-20.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.8 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected+1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,046
Chronic Absenteeism60.3%

L. O. Kimberly Elementary School — Students at L. O. Kimberly Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 28.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 36.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
60%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
53%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
11%
ELA
15%
2015
Math
9%
ELA
9%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
18%
ELA
16%
2019
Math
18%
ELA
16%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2024
Math
22%
ELA
22%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How L. O. Kimberly Elementary School Compares

See how L. O. Kimberly Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
37th percentile in GA
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
60.3%

Location

3090 McMurray Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30311

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering L. O. Kimberly Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West Manor Elementary School (rated 5.8/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby East Point), with a very similar rating. Additionally, OMNI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
D. M. Therrell High School Atlanta 0.2 mi 6.2
SLAM Academy of Atlanta Atlanta 1.0 mi 5.6
Fulton Leadership Academy East Point 1.4 mi 4.3
Continental Colony Elementary School Atlanta 1.6 mi 4.5
Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary East Point 1.5 mi 5.7
R. N. Fickett Elementary School Atlanta 1.6 mi 5.4
SOUTHWEST ATLANTA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Atlanta 1.6 mi 6.6
Paul D. West Middle School East Point 1.7 mi 5.4
Cascade Elementary School Atlanta 1.8 mi 3.4
Jean Childs Young Middle School Atlanta 2.1 mi 3.5
ABUNDANT GRACE ACADEMY East Point 2.0 mi
CHI MONTESSORI ACADEMY, INC Atlanta 2.1 mi
Benjamin E. Mays High School Atlanta 2.3 mi 4.5
Woodland Middle School East Point 2.4 mi 3.3
OMNI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL ACADEMY Atlanta 2.2 mi
OMNI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Atlanta 2.2 mi 5.7
Conley Hills Elementary School East Point 2.2 mi 3.5
West Manor Elementary School Atlanta 2.6 mi 5.8
Asa Hilliard Elementary School East Point 2.6 mi 4.6
Deerwood Academy Atlanta 2.5 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30311 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,242

Median Home Value

$270,000

Median Rent

$1,120/mo

Population

34,036

College Educated

31.9%

Homeownership

43.7%

Avg Commute

34 min

Poverty Rate

24.3%

Median Age

38.9

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Okapilco Elementary School Moultrie, GA 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about L. O. Kimberly Elementary School

What grades does L. O. Kimberly Elementary School serve?

L. O. Kimberly Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend L. O. Kimberly Elementary School?

L. O. Kimberly Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 300 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at L. O. Kimberly Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at L. O. Kimberly Elementary School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does L. O. Kimberly Elementary School rank in GA?

L. O. Kimberly Elementary School ranks #1,433 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is L. O. Kimberly Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

L. O. Kimberly Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 L. O. Kimberly Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, L. O. Kimberly Elementary School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is L. O. Kimberly Elementary School a charter school?

No, L. O. Kimberly Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is L. O. Kimberly Elementary School a Title I school?

No, L. O. Kimberly Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for L. O. Kimberly Elementary School?

100.0% of students at L. O. Kimberly 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
10 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Fulton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
60.3%

District

Atlanta Public Schools
District Enrollment
49,660
Schools in District
87
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,046
District Rank
#52 of 86

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