Marbut Elementary School

5776 Marbut Rd
Lithonia, GA 30058
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 427 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marbut 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 30% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 427 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • : Bottom 50% in GA
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Marbut Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Marbut Elementary School's student population of 427 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Marbut Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marbut Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (GA)
#1429 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
30%
37%
26%
40%
6-9%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
93%
36%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.13
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
16%
5%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Marbut Elementary School's ranking?
Marbut Elementary School is ranked #1429 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Marbut Elementary School?
427 students attend Marbut Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Marbut Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marbut Elementary School?
Marbut Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marbut Elementary School offer ?
Marbut Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marbut Elementary School part of?
Marbut Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 427 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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