Serving 552 students in grades 4-6, Kittredge Magnet School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥99% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥99% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in GA
- Math Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Kittredge Magnet School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Atlanta, GA, covering approximately 259.8 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 11.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 23.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kittredge Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kittredge Magnet School's student population of 552 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
552 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kittredge Magnet School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kittredge Magnet School is 0.64, 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
#1 out of 2192 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
24%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-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 Kittredge Magnet School's ranking?
Kittredge Magnet School is ranked #1 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Kittredge Magnet School often compared to?
Kittredge Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wadsworth Magnet School For High Achievers by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥99% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while ≥99% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Kittredge Magnet School?
552 students attend Kittredge Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Kittredge Magnet School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kittredge Magnet School?
Kittredge Magnet School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kittredge Magnet School offer ?
Kittredge Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kittredge Magnet School part of?
Kittredge Magnet School is part of Dekalb County School District.
In what neighborhood is Kittredge Magnet School located?
Kittredge Magnet School is located in the Merry Hills neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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