Serving 790 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jolly 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 14% (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 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 790 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jolly Elementary School serves the northern part of Clarkston, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jolly Elementary School's student population of 790 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
790 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jolly 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 Jolly Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1980 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
39%
5%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
41%
36%
White
13%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jolly Elementary School's ranking?
Jolly Elementary School is ranked #1980 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Jolly Elementary School often compared to?
Jolly Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% 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 Jolly Elementary School?
790 students attend Jolly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Jolly Elementary School students are Black, 39% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jolly Elementary School?
Jolly Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jolly Elementary School offer ?
Jolly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jolly Elementary School part of?
Jolly Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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