Wesley Lakes Elementary School

www.henry.k12.ga.us/wle/

564 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Wesley Lakes Elementary School is a public school located in McDonough, Georgia, serving as part of the Henry County School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth and character development for its diverse student body. By integrating a curriculum aligned with state standards and focusing on foundational skills in core subjects, the school aims to prepare its elementary-aged students for successful transitions into middle school.

Beyond its academic focus, Wesley Lakes Elementary places a high value on community engagement and parental involvement to enrich the educational experience. The school frequently hosts initiatives and events designed to encourage collaboration between families, teachers, and staff, ensuring a holistic approach to student wellness and success. Through its structured programs and dedication to student achievement, Wesley Lakes remains a staple of the McDonough community, providing essential resources and a collaborative environment for young learners.

564

Total Students

37.6

Full-Time Teachers

15.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

83.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Wesley Lakes Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	8
Hispanic	52
Black	463
Asian	6
Two or More	31
American Indian	3
Pacific Islander	1

Black
463 (82.1%)
Hispanic
52 (9.2%)
Two or More
31 (5.5%)
White
8 (1.4%)
Asian
6 (1.1%)
American Indian
3 (0.5%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Henry County
Phone:	(770)914-1889
Website:	http://www.henry.k12.ga.us/wle/
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	564
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	37.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	404
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	66

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 23

Kindergarten 112

Grade 1 79

Grade 2 93

Grade 3 90

Grade 4 67

Grade 5 100

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Wesley Lakes Elementary School
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	23
Kindergarten	112
Grade 1	79
Grade 2	93
Grade 3	90
Grade 4	67
Grade 5	100

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Wesley Lakes Elementary School
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	285	50.5%
Male	279	49.5%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)