Serving 302 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Oakhurst Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% 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: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89%
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakhurst Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Oakhurst Elementary School's student population of 302 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Oakhurst Elementary School is 0.55, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)85-89%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)85-89%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
4%
18%
Black
14%
36%
White
65%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
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 schools are Oakhurst Elementary School often compared to?
Oakhurst Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winnona Park Elementary School, Glennwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% GA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% GA state average).
How many students attend Oakhurst Elementary School?
302 students attend Oakhurst Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Oakhurst Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakhurst Elementary School?
Oakhurst Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oakhurst Elementary School offer ?
Oakhurst Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Oakhurst Elementary School part of?
Oakhurst Elementary School is part of City Schools Of Decatur School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakhurst Elementary School located?
Oakhurst Elementary School is located in the Oakhurst neighborhood of Decatur, GA. There are 1 other public schools located in Oakhurst.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
CSD Spring Break - No School
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
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