Serving 1,003 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Doraville United Elementary School 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 17% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,003 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Doraville United Elementary School's student population of 1,003 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,003 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Rankings
Doraville United Elementary School 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 Doraville United Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#1935 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
92%
20%
Black
4%
36%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Doraville United Elementary School's ranking?
Doraville United Elementary School is ranked #1935 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Doraville United Elementary School?
1,003 students attend Doraville United Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Doraville United Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Doraville United Elementary School?
Doraville United Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Doraville United Elementary School offer ?
Doraville United Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Doraville United Elementary School part of?
Doraville United Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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