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Moreland Road Elementary

Elementary School · Griffin-Spalding County

455 Moreland Rd, Griffin, GA 30224

Enrollment

446

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#2,036 of 2,268

In Griffin

#10 of 17

public schools

In district

#10 of 17

Griffin-Spalding County

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Moreland Road Elementary

3.9/10

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

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5.3/10

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4.5/10

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About Moreland Road Elementary

Moreland Road Elementary is a public elementary school in Griffin, GA, part of Griffin-Spalding County. Moreland Road Elementary serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Moreland Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,036 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Moreland Road Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.0
  • GA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-5.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.1% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22.1% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-20 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.7 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-8.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,084
Chronic Absenteeism24.2%

Moreland Road Elementary — Students at Moreland Road Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

82.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 48.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 47.3% (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
76%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
99.5%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
98%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2024
Math
22.1%
ELA
22.1%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How Moreland Road Elementary Compares

See how Moreland Road Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.9/10
10th percentile in GA
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
82%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.2%

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

455 Moreland Rd, Griffin, GA 30224

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Moreland Road Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pike County Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Zebulon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Futral Road Elementary School (rated 6.0/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Crescent Road Elementary School (rated 5.9/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Griffin, see our Griffin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Carver Road Middle School Griffin 0.1 mi 5.3
Griffin High School Griffin 3.3 mi 4.5
Anne Street Elementary School Griffin 3.2 mi 2.6
Crescent Road Elementary School Griffin 3.3 mi 5.9
Orrs Elementary School Griffin 3.9 mi 3.3
NEW HORIZONS NEW DIRECTIONS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Griffin 4.3 mi 5.6
Futral Road Elementary School Griffin 4.2 mi 6.0
Moore Elementary School Griffin 4.8 mi 2.0
GRIFFIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Griffin 5.1 mi 6.3
Spalding High School Griffin 4.5 mi 4.4
AZ Kelsey Academy Griffin 5.1 mi
Cowan Road Middle School Griffin 5.6 mi 2.7
Cowan Road Elementary School Griffin 5.8 mi 3.0
Jackson Road Elementary School Griffin 5.4 mi 5.9
Atkinson Elementary School Griffin 5.7 mi 2.9
Kennedy Road Middle School Griffin 6.2 mi 3.9
Jordan Hill Road Elementary School Griffin 7.3 mi 4.3
Rehoboth Road Middle School Griffin 6.4 mi 4.4
Pike County Elementary School Zebulon 7.7 mi 8.1
Pike County High School Zebulon 7.8 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,134

Median Home Value

$210,200

Median Rent

$1,105/mo

Population

29,472

College Educated

21.9%

Homeownership

65.6%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

19.1%

Median Age

35.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Moreland Road Elementary

What grades does Moreland Road Elementary serve?

Moreland Road Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Moreland Road Elementary?

Moreland Road Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Moreland Road Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Moreland Road Elementary is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Moreland Road Elementary rank in GA?

Moreland Road Elementary ranks #2,036 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Moreland Road Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Moreland Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Moreland Road Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Moreland Road Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Moreland Road Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Moreland Road Elementary a Title I school?

No, Moreland Road Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Moreland Road Elementary?

82.1% of students at Moreland Road Elementary 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
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
82.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Spalding County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.2%

District

Griffin-Spalding County
District Enrollment
9,371
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,084
District Rank
#10 of 17

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