Serving 402 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brockett 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 30% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brockett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Brockett Elementary School's student population of 402 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1961
School Motto
We are committed to excellence in everything we do.
School Rankings
Brockett Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brockett Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1445 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
15%
5%
Hispanic
34%
19%
Black
32%
36%
White
12%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
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 Brockett Elementary School's ranking?
Brockett Elementary School is ranked #1445 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Brockett Elementary School often compared to?
Brockett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Idlewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Brockett Elementary School?
402 students attend Brockett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Brockett Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brockett Elementary School?
Brockett Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brockett Elementary School offer ?
Brockett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brockett Elementary School part of?
Brockett Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break
October 14, 2025 (Tuesday)
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