Serving 729 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Peachcrest 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 11% (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 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 729 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Peachcrest Elementary School serves the southwest part of Decatur, GA, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Families in this zone typically drive between 5 to 10 minutes to reach 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
Peachcrest Elementary School's student population of 729 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
729 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Peachcrest 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 Peachcrest Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#2027 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
74%
36%
White
2%
34%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peachcrest Elementary School's ranking?
Peachcrest Elementary School is ranked #2027 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?
11% 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 Peachcrest Elementary School?
729 students attend Peachcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Peachcrest Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peachcrest Elementary School?
Peachcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Peachcrest Elementary School offer ?
Peachcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peachcrest Elementary School part of?
Peachcrest Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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