Serving 796 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dunwoody Elementary School 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 77% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 67% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 796 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dunwoody Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Dunwoody Elementary School's student population of 796 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
796 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dunwoody Elementary School 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 Dunwoody Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#76 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
30%
5%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
21%
36%
White
33%
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
16%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunwoody Elementary School's ranking?
Dunwoody Elementary School is ranked #76 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dunwoody Elementary School often compared to?
Dunwoody Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vanderlyn Elementary School, Austin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Dunwoody Elementary School?
796 students attend Dunwoody Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Dunwoody Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dunwoody Elementary School?
Dunwoody Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dunwoody Elementary School offer ?
Dunwoody Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dunwoody Elementary School part of?
Dunwoody Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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