Serving 562 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Dekalb Preparatory Academy Charter ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dekalb Preparatory Academy Charter's student population of 562 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dekalb Preparatory Academy Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dekalb Preparatory Academy Charter is 0.10, 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
#1706 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
18%
Black
95%
36%
White
n/a
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dekalb Preparatory Academy Charter's ranking?
Dekalb Preparatory Academy Charter is ranked #1706 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Dekalb Preparatory Academy Charter?
562 students attend Dekalb Preparatory Academy Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Dekalb Preparatory Academy Charter students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dekalb Preparatory Academy Charter?
Dekalb Preparatory Academy Charter has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dekalb Preparatory Academy Charter offer ?
Dekalb Preparatory Academy Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Dekalb Preparatory Academy Charter part of?
Dekalb Preparatory Academy Charter is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Calendar
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School Reviews
2 9/1/2016
The school has had quality staff in the past, however, they have a high turnover rate for their staff. The school does offer extracurricular activities such as basketball and flag football, however, they lack the support needed with regard to funding the activities. They also have access to lots of advanced technology, however, again they do not have the necessary staff to support the use of all the accessible technology.
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