DeKalb School of the Arts is a public performing arts magnet school in DeKalb County, Georgia, United States, east of the city of Atlanta. It is a part of the DeKalb County School District, as well as a member of the Arts Schools Network.
Serving 298 students in grades 8-12, Dekalb School Of The Arts ranks in the top 30% 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for DeKalb School of the Arts encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 259.8 square miles around Avondale Estates, GA. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.6 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 15.1 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dekalb School Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dekalb School Of The Arts's student population of 298 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dekalb School Of The Arts 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 School Of The Arts is 0.60, 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
#549 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
58%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
The Fire Ant
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dekalb School Of The Arts's ranking?
Dekalb School Of The Arts is ranked #549 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dekalb School Of The Arts?
The graduation rate of Dekalb School Of The Arts is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Dekalb School Of The Arts?
298 students attend Dekalb School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Dekalb School Of The Arts students are Black, 24% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dekalb School Of The Arts?
Dekalb School Of The Arts has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dekalb School Of The Arts offer ?
Dekalb School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dekalb School Of The Arts part of?
Dekalb School Of The Arts is part of Dekalb County School District.
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