Serving 307 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Robert Shaw Theme School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 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: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert Shaw Theme School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Scottdale, GA, covering approximately 259.3 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 14.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert Shaw Theme School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Robert Shaw Theme School's student population of 307 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
307 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1955
Campus Size
11 acres
School Motto
The Power of Yet
School Rankings
Robert Shaw Theme School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert Shaw Theme School is 0.13, 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
#357 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
93%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
8%
5%
Showing 2010–2019. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert Shaw Theme School's ranking?
Robert Shaw Theme School is ranked #357 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Robert Shaw Theme School often compared to?
Robert Shaw Theme Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avondale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Robert Shaw Theme School?
307 students attend Robert Shaw Theme School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Robert Shaw Theme School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert Shaw Theme School?
Robert Shaw Theme School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Robert Shaw Theme School offer ?
Robert Shaw Theme School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert Shaw Theme School part of?
Robert Shaw Theme School is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Calendar
View the Robert Shaw Theme School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of First Semester
December 18, 2026 (Friday)
First Day of Second Semester
January 05, 2027 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
April 05, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
School Reviews
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