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Thomas Heathe Slater Elementary School

1320 Pryor Rd Sw
Atlanta, GA 30315
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 534 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thomas Heathe Slater 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 9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 534 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • : Bottom 50% in GA
  • : 9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Thomas Heathe Slater Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Thomas Heathe Slater Elementary School's student population of 534 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Thomas Heathe Slater Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Heathe Slater Elementary School is 0.06, 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.
This School
State Level (GA)
#2155 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
9%
39%
6%
40%
≤5%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
97%
36%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.06
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
7%
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 Thomas Heathe Slater Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas Heathe Slater Elementary School is ranked #2155 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Thomas Heathe Slater Elementary School often compared to?
Thomas Heathe Slater Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomasville Heights Elementary School, T. J. Perkerson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Thomas Heathe Slater Elementary School?
534 students attend Thomas Heathe Slater Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Thomas Heathe Slater Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Heathe Slater Elementary School?
Thomas Heathe Slater Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thomas Heathe Slater Elementary School offer ?
Thomas Heathe Slater Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas Heathe Slater Elementary School part of?
Thomas Heathe Slater Elementary School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Thomas Heathe Slater Elementary School located?
Thomas Heathe Slater Elementary School is located in the South Atlanta neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 3 other public schools located in South Atlanta.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 534 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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