Serving 768 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Dekalb Arts Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 768 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Dekalb Elementary School of the Arts encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 259.8 square miles in Avondale Estates, GA. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 16.4 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dekalb Arts Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dekalb Arts Academy's student population of 768 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
768 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1937
School Calendar
School Motto
We are ONE – Optimizing learning opportunities with a New focus on Exceeding expectations
School Rankings
Dekalb Arts Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dekalb Arts Academy is 0.32, 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
#498 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
82%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dekalb Arts Academy's ranking?
Dekalb Arts Academy is ranked #498 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dekalb Arts Academy often compared to?
Dekalb Arts Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Evansdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Dekalb Arts Academy?
768 students attend Dekalb Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Dekalb Arts Academy students are Black, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dekalb Arts Academy?
Dekalb Arts Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dekalb Arts Academy offer ?
Dekalb Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dekalb Arts Academy part of?
Dekalb Arts Academy is part of Dekalb County School District.
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