Very Good
#598 of 2,268 schools in GA
Top 26% in state
Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy
Elementary School · Clayton County · Hampton, GA
A Clayton County elementary school serving grades Pre-K – 5th.
11808 Panhandle Rd, Hampton, GA 30228
- Math 25% vs GA 42% (2024)
- Reading 25% vs GA 42% (2024)
- 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
2024 GA proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. GA average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 7-year record (2018–2024), then recovered 5 points since 2020, reaching 25% in 2024.
Show all 6 years by subject
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 19% (multi-year average, 2018-2024) · reading/ELA 26% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 12 test records from GA state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
95.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries. Open the Atlanta map →
Getting around & local context
- Walk 4Car-Dependent
- Bike 23Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: Average593/100K
Powered by
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Hampton), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$81,448
Median home value
$263,300
Median rent
$1,549/mo
College educated
27.6%
Homeownership
74.4%
Poverty rate
11.7%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 30228; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kemp PrimaryEnrollment path unverified | 5.0 | PK–2 | 1.6 mi | 672 | Compare → |
| Kemp Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 5.8 | 3–5 | 1.8 mi | 600 | Compare → |
| River's Edge Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 5.0 | PK–5 | 1.8 mi | 692 | Compare → |
| Hawthorne Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 4.7 | PK–5 | 2.2 mi | 804 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Clayton County
- Schools in district
- 67
- Rank in district
- #3 of 66
- District spending per student
- $14,609NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 24.1%Census SAIPE · 2024
Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy is listed in Clayton County; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy
Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy is a public elementary school in Hampton, GA, part of Clayton County, serving approximately 970 students in grades Pre-K-5th with a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #598 of 2,268 schools in GA. State assessment records show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy
What grades does Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy serve?
Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy?
Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy has an enrollment of approximately 970 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy rank in GA?
Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy ranks #598 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy a charter school?
No, Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy a Title I school?
No, Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy?
95.1% of students at Michelle Obama Stem Elementary Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 970
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clayton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.8%
- Phone
- (770) 472-2850
- Area population (ZIP 30228)
- 51,485
- Area average commute
- 35.2 min
- Area median age
- 35.4
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 GA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 GA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 GA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 GA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 30228; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2018-2024; directory SY 2023–24
Related reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.