Serving 314 students in grades 9-12, Dekalb Early College Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher 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 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Dekalb Early College Academy's attendance zone covers the entire district in Stone Mountain, GA, encompassing approximately 259.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 15.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dekalb Early College Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dekalb Early College Academy's student population of 314 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
314 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dekalb Early College Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dekalb Early College Academy is 0.45, 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
#44 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
72%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
1%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dekalb Early College Academy's ranking?
Dekalb Early College Academy is ranked #44 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dekalb Early College Academy often compared to?
Dekalb Early College Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Decatur High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dekalb Early College Academy?
The graduation rate of Dekalb Early College Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Dekalb Early College Academy?
314 students attend Dekalb Early College Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Dekalb Early College Academy students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dekalb Early College Academy?
Dekalb Early College Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dekalb Early College Academy offer ?
Dekalb Early College Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dekalb Early College Academy part of?
Dekalb Early College Academy is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
School is very great! Although I think hyping it up as a big challenge is kind of an overstatement. At first, it's hard, but then you can adjust to the workflow and thrive. Overall, 4/5.
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