Serving 337 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rainbow 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rainbow Elementary School serves the southern part of Decatur, GA, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rainbow Elementary School's student population of 337 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
337 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
“No child is left behind”
School Rankings
Rainbow 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 Rainbow Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#1575 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
89%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
5%
Showing 2009–2018. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Rainbow colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rainbow Elementary School's ranking?
Rainbow Elementary School is ranked #1575 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Rainbow Elementary School often compared to?
Rainbow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bob Mathis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Rainbow Elementary School?
337 students attend Rainbow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Rainbow Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rainbow Elementary School?
Rainbow Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rainbow Elementary School offer ?
Rainbow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rainbow Elementary School part of?
Rainbow Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Calendar
View the Rainbow Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of 2nd Semester
January 05, 2027 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
April 05, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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