Serving 554 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mirror Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 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 31% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mirror Lake Elementary School's student population of 554 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
554 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mirror Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mirror Lake Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1080 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
58%
36%
White
16%
34%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mirror Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Mirror Lake Elementary School is ranked #1080 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mirror Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Mirror Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glanton-hindsman Elementary School, Ithica Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Mirror Lake Elementary School?
554 students attend Mirror Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Mirror Lake Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mirror Lake Elementary School?
Mirror Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mirror Lake Elementary School offer ?
Mirror Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mirror Lake Elementary School part of?
Mirror Lake Elementary School is part of Douglas County School District.
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