Serving 191 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Clairemont 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 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64%
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clairemont Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Clairemont Elementary School's student population of 191 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
191 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Clairemont Elementary School is 0.70, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-64%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
40%
36%
White
36%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 schools are Clairemont Elementary School often compared to?
Clairemont Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakhurst Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% GA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% GA state average).
How many students attend Clairemont Elementary School?
191 students attend Clairemont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Clairemont Elementary School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clairemont Elementary School?
Clairemont Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clairemont Elementary School offer ?
Clairemont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clairemont Elementary School part of?
Clairemont Elementary School is part of City Schools Of Decatur School District.
In what neighborhood is Clairemont Elementary School located?
Clairemont Elementary School is located in the Great Lakes neighborhood of Decatur, GA.
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