Serving 763 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Dekalb Agriculture Technology And Environment 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 41% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 763 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dekalb Agriculture Technology And Environment School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Dekalb Agriculture Technology And Environment School's student population of 763 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
763 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dekalb Agriculture Technology And Environment 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 Dekalb Agriculture Technology And Environment School is 0.17, 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
#700 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
18%
Black
91%
36%
White
n/a
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dekalb Agriculture Technology And Environment School's ranking?
Dekalb Agriculture Technology And Environment School is ranked #700 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dekalb Agriculture Technology And Environment School often compared to?
Dekalb Agriculture Technology And Environment Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chamblee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Dekalb Agriculture Technology And Environment School?
763 students attend Dekalb Agriculture Technology And Environment School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Dekalb Agriculture Technology And Environment School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dekalb Agriculture Technology And Environment School?
Dekalb Agriculture Technology And Environment School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dekalb Agriculture Technology And Environment School offer ?
Dekalb Agriculture Technology And Environment School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Dekalb Agriculture Technology And Environment School part of?
Dekalb Agriculture Technology And Environment School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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