Serving 562 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dunleith 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 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dunleith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Dunleith Elementary School's student population of 562 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dunleith 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 Dunleith Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#912 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
37%
18%
Black
52%
36%
White
4%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunleith Elementary School's ranking?
Dunleith Elementary School is ranked #912 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dunleith Elementary School often compared to?
Dunleith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fair Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Dunleith Elementary School?
562 students attend Dunleith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Dunleith Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dunleith Elementary School?
Dunleith Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dunleith Elementary School offer ?
Dunleith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dunleith Elementary School part of?
Dunleith Elementary School is part of Marietta City School District.
School Reviews
5 10/14/2017
Dunleith Elementary is beyond the best school all 3 of my children have gone too. I have a 21 year old, 14 year old and a 9 year old that currently attends this school and I couldn't be anymore grateful they have treated us and others like family. This school is by far the best.
2 5/12/2015
The quality of the education offered at this school for special needs children is poor.
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