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Lee Elementary School

Elementary School · Fulton County

4600 Scarborough Rd, College Park, GA 30349

Enrollment

490

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,158 of 2,268

In College Park

#6 of 19

public schools

In district

#67 of 104

Fulton County

Equity

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Lee Elementary School

6.3/10

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

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About Lee Elementary School

Lee Elementary School is a public elementary school in College Park, GA, part of Fulton County. Lee Elementary School serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lee Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,158 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Lee Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • GA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Lee 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 Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.6% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-5.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.2 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected+13.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,183
Chronic Absenteeism32.2%

Lee Elementary School — Students at Lee Elementary School score 34% 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 45.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 51.5% (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
69%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
31%
2016
Math
23%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
29%
2024
Math
37%
ELA
30.6%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Lee Elementary School Compares

See how Lee Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
49th percentile in GA
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4600 Scarborough Rd, College Park, GA 30349

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lee Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wolf Creek Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Liberty Point Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Union City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stonewall Tell Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in College Park, see our College Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Camp Creek Middle School Atlanta 0.9 mi 5.9
Wellspring Living Atlanta 1.5 mi
Atlanta Youth Development Campus College Park 2.0 mi
Feldwood Elementary School College Park 2.5 mi 4.7
Gullatt Elementary School Union City 2.7 mi 5.0
Banneker High School College Park 2.8 mi 4.9
Brookview Elementary School East Point 2.8 mi 5.0
Wolf Creek Elementary College Park 2.8 mi 8.6
Liberty Point Elementary School Union City 3.1 mi 7.9
Deerwood Academy Atlanta 3.3 mi 4.7
Hapeville Charter Career Academy Atlanta 3.4 mi 6.2
Main Street Charter Academy College Park 3.4 mi 6.1
Global Impact Academy Fairburn 4.1 mi 7.0
S. L. Lewis Elementary School College Park 4.1 mi 5.1
McNair Middle School College Park 3.9 mi 3.6
Stonewall Tell Elementary School College Park 4.0 mi 7.0
Campbell Elementary School Fairburn 4.3 mi 6.0
Heritage Elementary School Atlanta 3.9 mi 5.1
Bethune Elementary School College Park 4.1 mi 4.5
SOUTHWEST ATLANTA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Atlanta 4.7 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30349 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,732

Median Home Value

$236,800

Median Rent

$1,323/mo

Population

78,597

College Educated

31.7%

Homeownership

58.3%

Avg Commute

31.5 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

33.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lee Elementary School

What grades does Lee Elementary School serve?

Lee Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Lee Elementary School?

Lee Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lee Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lee Elementary School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lee Elementary School rank in GA?

Lee Elementary School ranks #1,158 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Lee Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lee Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Lee Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lee Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Lee Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Lee Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Lee Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lee Elementary School?

100.0% of students at Lee 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
10 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Fulton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.2%

District

Fulton County
District Enrollment
88,043
Schools in District
106
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,183
District Rank
#67 of 104

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