Serving 555 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Deerwood Academy 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deerwood Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Deerwood Academy's student population of 555 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
555 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Deerwood Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deerwood Academy is 0.10, 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
#1864 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
18%
Black
95%
36%
White
1%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deerwood Academy's ranking?
Deerwood Academy is ranked #1864 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Deerwood Academy often compared to?
Deerwood Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial Place (Charter) by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Deerwood Academy?
555 students attend Deerwood Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Deerwood Academy students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deerwood Academy?
Deerwood Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Deerwood Academy offer ?
Deerwood Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Deerwood Academy part of?
Deerwood Academy is part of Atlanta Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Deerwood Academy located?
Deerwood Academy is located in the Ben Hill neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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