Serving 469 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 19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Deerwood Academy School serves the southwest part of Atlanta, GA, covering an area of approximately 5.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with most living about 2.3 miles from the school's edge, while some may be as far as 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deerwood Academy's student population of 469 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
469 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Deerwood Academy 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 Deerwood Academy is 0.12, which is less 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
#1782 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
94%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
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 #1782 out of 2,192 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 Academy (Charter) by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Deerwood Academy?
469 students attend Deerwood Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Deerwood Academy students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deerwood Academy?
Deerwood Academy has a student ration of 10:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deerwood Academy part of?
Deerwood Academy is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Deerwood Academy located?
Deerwood Academy is located in the Ben Hill neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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