Serving 685 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oak View 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 16% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 685 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakview Elementary serves the southern part of Decatur, GA, covering an area of approximately 7.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oak View Elementary School's student population of 685 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
685 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Oak View 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 Oak View Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#2054 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
6%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
87%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
34%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Gold, or Yellow
School Mascot
Owl
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak View Elementary School's ranking?
Oak View Elementary School is ranked #2054 out of 2,192 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Oak View Elementary School?
685 students attend Oak View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Oak View Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak View Elementary School?
Oak View Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oak View Elementary School offer ?
Oak View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak View Elementary School part of?
Oak View Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of First Semester
December 18, 2026 (Friday)
Spring Break
April 05, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 06, 2027 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
April 07, 2027 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
April 08, 2027 (Thursday)
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