Serving 525 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chapel Hill Elementary School 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 11% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (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.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chapel Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chapel Hill Elementary School's student population of 525 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Chapel Hill Elementary School 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 Chapel Hill Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1995 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
90%
36%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chapel Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Chapel Hill Elementary School is ranked #1995 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Chapel Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Chapel Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bob Mathis Elementary School, Narvie Harris Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Chapel Hill Elementary School?
525 students attend Chapel Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Chapel Hill Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chapel Hill Elementary School?
Chapel Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chapel Hill Elementary School offer ?
Chapel Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chapel Hill Elementary School part of?
Chapel Hill Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Reviews
1 3/8/2021
The worst experience of my life. The principal is a real drag, and its unnecessary drama for children that are just trying to learn. I never had these problems with any other elementary school she is very unprofessional and needs to be replaced immediately. My children have not learned anything since the day they enrolled.
2 11/16/2015
I would never recommend this school for child . The teachers are oblivious to things happening in the schools. Your child will never reach their full learning potential.
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