Serving 327 students in grades 9-12, Dekalb School Of The Arts ranks in the top 20% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (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 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dekalb School Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Community Size
School Overview
Dekalb School Of The Arts's student population of 327 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dekalb School Of The Arts ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dekalb School Of The Arts is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#366 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
3%
18%
Black
56%
36%
White
35%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dekalb School Of The Arts's ranking?
Dekalb School Of The Arts is ranked #366 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dekalb School Of The Arts?
The graduation rate of Dekalb School Of The Arts is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Dekalb School Of The Arts?
327 students attend Dekalb School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Dekalb School Of The Arts students are Black, 35% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dekalb School Of The Arts?
Dekalb School Of The Arts has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dekalb School Of The Arts offer ?
Dekalb School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dekalb School Of The Arts part of?
Dekalb School Of The Arts is part of Dekalb County School District.
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