Serving 501 students in grades Kindergarten-5, International Community School ranks in the bottom 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 38% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 79% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
International Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
International Community School's student population of 501 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
501 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Motto
Students become lifelong learners and changemakers.
School Rankings
International Community 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 International Community School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1116 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
32%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is International Community School's ranking?
International Community School is ranked #1116 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are International Community School often compared to?
International Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Museum School Avondale Estates by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend International Community School?
501 students attend International Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of International Community School students are Black, 32% of students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of International Community School?
International Community School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does International Community School offer ?
International Community School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is International Community School part of?
International Community School is part of Dekalb County School District.
In what neighborhood is International Community School located?
International Community School is located in the Medlock Park neighborhood of Decatur, GA.
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