Serving 360 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Briarlake Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Briarlake Elementary School serves the northwest part of Decatur, GA, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Briarlake 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
School Overview
Briarlake Elementary School's student population of 360 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
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School Rankings
Briarlake Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briarlake Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#295 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
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Asian
6%
5%
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Hispanic
19%
20%
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Black
25%
36%
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White
41%
34%
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Two or more races
9%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025 (no data for 2022)
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1999–2025 (no data for 2017 and 2022)
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briarlake Elementary School's ranking?
Briarlake Elementary School is ranked #295 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Briarlake Elementary School often compared to?
Briarlake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Briarlake Elementary School?
360 students attend Briarlake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Briarlake Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Briarlake Elementary School?
Briarlake Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Briarlake Elementary School offer ?
Briarlake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Briarlake Elementary School part of?
Briarlake Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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