Serving 536 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hambrick 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 31% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hambrick Elementary School serves the northern part of Stone Mountain, GA, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Most students live within a short 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance from the school being about 1.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hambrick Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Hambrick Elementary School's student population of 536 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
536 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hambrick 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 Hambrick Elementary School 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
#1258 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
22%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
58%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)n/a
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
4%
5%
Showing 2010–2019. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black & Red
School Mascot
Hawk
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hambrick Elementary School's ranking?
Hambrick Elementary School is ranked #1258 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Hambrick Elementary School often compared to?
Hambrick Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Creek Elementary School, Stone Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Hambrick Elementary School?
536 students attend Hambrick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Hambrick Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hambrick Elementary School?
Hambrick Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hambrick Elementary School offer ?
Hambrick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hambrick Elementary School part of?
Hambrick Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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