Serving 591 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts ranks in the top 30% 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 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts's student population of 591 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
591 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Motto
We are ONE – Optimizing learning opportunities with a New focus on Exceeding expectations
School Rankings
Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts is 0.27, 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
#498 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
85%
36%
White
7%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts's ranking?
Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts is ranked #498 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts often compared to?
Dekalb Elementary School Of The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Evansdale 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 39% GA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts?
591 students attend Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts students are Black, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts?
Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts offer ?
Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts part of?
Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break (Schools Closed, Administrative Offices Open)
October 14, 2025 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break (Schools Closed)
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of 1st Semester
December 19, 2025 (Friday)
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