Serving 977 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Flat Rock 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 16% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 977 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Flat Rock Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Lithonia, GA, covering an area of approximately 13.9 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Flat Rock Elementary School's student population of 977 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
977 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Flat Rock 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 Flat Rock Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1943 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
90%
36%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flat Rock Elementary School's ranking?
Flat Rock Elementary School is ranked #1943 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Flat Rock Elementary School often compared to?
Flat Rock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Flat Rock Elementary School?
977 students attend Flat Rock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Flat Rock Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Flat Rock Elementary School?
Flat Rock Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Flat Rock Elementary School offer ?
Flat Rock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Flat Rock Elementary School part of?
Flat Rock Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
It's a great school. The teachers seem to care a lot about the child's education and well-being. I haven't had any issues.
5 10/10/2025
It was so much fun specially when I got to fourth and fifth grade he was even better because I've been there since you know pre-K me and my other brother which is now in college for football and I am now in middle school and I love you kids will have fun trust me they are like family away from your actual family
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