Serving 596 students in grades 3-5, Fifth Avenue Upper 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 75% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher 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 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fifth Avenue Upper 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School's student population of 596 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
596 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fifth Avenue Upper 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 Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#67 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
4%
18%
Black
13%
36%
White
72%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School is ranked #67 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Talley Street Upper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School?
596 students attend Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School?
Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School offer ?
Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School part of?
Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School is part of City Schools Of Decatur School District.
In what neighborhood is Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School located?
Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School is located in the Oakhurst neighborhood of Decatur, GA. There are 1 other public schools located in Oakhurst.
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