Serving 295 students in grades 9-12, Dekalb Early College Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dekalb Early College Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Community Size
School Overview
Dekalb Early College Academy's student population of 295 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dekalb Early College Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dekalb Early College Academy is 0.44, 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
#52 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
13%
18%
Black
73%
36%
White
2%
36%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dekalb Early College Academy's ranking?
Dekalb Early College Academy is ranked #52 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dekalb Early College Academy often compared to?
Dekalb Early College Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Decatur High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dekalb Early College Academy?
The graduation rate of Dekalb Early College Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Dekalb Early College Academy?
295 students attend Dekalb Early College Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Dekalb Early College Academy students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dekalb Early College Academy?
Dekalb Early College Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dekalb Early College Academy offer ?
Dekalb Early College Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dekalb Early College Academy part of?
Dekalb Early College Academy is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Calendar
View the Dekalb Early College Academy yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
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)
School Reviews
4 5/5/2023
School is very great! Although I think hyping it up as a big challenge is kind of an overstatement. At first, it's hard, but then you can adjust to the workflow and thrive. Overall, 4/5.
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