Serving 551 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pine Ridge 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 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- 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: Pine Ridge Elementary School serves the eastern part of Stone Mountain, GA, covering an area of approximately 6.1 square miles. Most families reside within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum of 3.2 miles to the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pine Ridge Elementary School's student population of 551 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
551 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pine Ridge 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 Pine Ridge Elementary School is 0.42, 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
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
74%
36%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Pine Ridge 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 Pine Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Pine Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barack H. Obama Elementary Magnet School Of Technology 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 Pine Ridge Elementary School?
551 students attend Pine Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Pine Ridge Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine Ridge Elementary School?
Pine Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pine Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Pine Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine Ridge Elementary School part of?
Pine Ridge Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The administrative team is not supportive of the teachers.
5 10/10/2025
This school has great teachers and offers a very unique learning experience for the students. As a mother it's great to see my child return home excited about the education they are receiving. Panther Pride
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