Dunleith Elementary School

120 Saine Dr Sw
Marietta, GA 30008
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 534 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dunleith Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 36% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 534 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Top 50% in GA
  • : 36% (Top 50%)
  • : 33% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Dunleith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Dunleith Elementary School's student population of 534 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
534 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
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School Rankings

Dunleith Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dunleith Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (GA)
#867 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
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36%
36%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Dunleith Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Georgia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
33%
39%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Dunleith Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Georgia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
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Hispanic
36%
18%
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Black
56%
36%
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White
2%
37%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart display the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in GA.
0.56
This chart display the diversity score of Dunleith Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Georgia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
53%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
5%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Dunleith Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Georgia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dunleith Elementary School's ranking?
Dunleith Elementary School is ranked #867 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dunleith Elementary School often compared to?
Dunleith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fair Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Dunleith Elementary School?
534 students attend Dunleith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Dunleith Elementary School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dunleith Elementary School?
Dunleith Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dunleith Elementary School offer ?
Dunleith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dunleith Elementary School part of?
Dunleith Elementary School is part of Marietta City School District.

School Calendar

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Date
Spring Break
April 01, 2024 (Monday)

School Reviews

5   10/14/2017
Dunleith Elementary is beyond the best school all 3 of my children have gone too. I have a 21 year old, 14 year old and a 9 year old that currently attends this school and I couldn't be anymore grateful they have treated us and others like family. This school is by far the best.
- Posted by Parent - Jasmin
2   5/12/2015
The quality of the education offered at this school for special needs children is poor.
- Posted by Parent - Naomi

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 534 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 36% (Top 50%)
  • : 33% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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