Serving 582 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts 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 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts's student population of 582 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts 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 Elementary School Of The Arts is 0.26, 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
#713 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
18%
Black
86%
36%
White
7%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts's ranking?
Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts is ranked #713 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts often compared to?
Dekalb Elementary School Of The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Evansdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts?
582 students attend Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts students are Black, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts?
Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts offer ?
Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts part of?
Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts is part of Dekalb County School District.
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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