Serving 526 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Henderson Mill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henderson Mill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Henderson Mill Elementary School's student population of 526 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Henderson Mill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henderson Mill Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1368 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
46%
19%
Black
26%
36%
White
18%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henderson Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Henderson Mill Elementary School is ranked #1368 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Henderson Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Henderson Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawthorne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Henderson Mill Elementary School?
526 students attend Henderson Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Henderson Mill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henderson Mill Elementary School?
Henderson Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Henderson Mill Elementary School offer ?
Henderson Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Henderson Mill Elementary School part of?
Henderson Mill Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
In what neighborhood is Henderson Mill Elementary School located?
Henderson Mill Elementary School is located in the Northlake neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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