Serving 522 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Evansdale 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 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower 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 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Evansdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Evansdale Elementary School's student population of 522 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Motto
To inspire our community of learners to achieve educational excellence.
School Rankings
Evansdale Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Evansdale Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1070 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
51%
19%
Black
16%
36%
White
22%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Evansdale Elementary School's ranking?
Evansdale Elementary School is ranked #1070 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Evansdale Elementary School often compared to?
Evansdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dekalb Elementary School Of The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Evansdale Elementary School?
522 students attend Evansdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Evansdale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Evansdale Elementary School?
Evansdale Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Evansdale Elementary School offer ?
Evansdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Evansdale Elementary School part of?
Evansdale Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break (Schools Closed, Administrative Offices Open)
October 14, 2025 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break (Schools Closed)
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of 1st Semester
December 19, 2025 (Friday)
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