Serving 446 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Briar Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Briar Vista Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Briar Vista Elementary School's student population of 446 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
446 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Briar Vista Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briar Vista Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#668 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
28%
18%
Black
41%
36%
White
18%
36%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briar Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Briar Vista Elementary School is ranked #668 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Briar Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Briar Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morningside Elementary School, Springdale Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Briar Vista Elementary School?
446 students attend Briar Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Briar Vista Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Briar Vista Elementary School?
Briar Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Briar Vista Elementary School offer ?
Briar Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Briar Vista Elementary School part of?
Briar Vista Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
In what neighborhood is Briar Vista Elementary School located?
Briar Vista Elementary School is located in the Woodland Hills neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of 1st Semester
December 20, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of 2nd Semester
January 07, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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