Serving 493 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shadow Rock 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 15% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher 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: 493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shadow Rock Elementary School serves the eastern part of Lithonia, GA, covering an attendance area of approximately 4.9 square miles, where most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 1.6 miles, with the furthest edge being 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shadow Rock Elementary School's student population of 493 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
493 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
School Rankings
Shadow Rock 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 Shadow Rock Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#1793 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
78%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
1%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
5%
5%
Showing 2010–2019. View full 21-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shadow Rock Elementary School's ranking?
Shadow Rock Elementary School is ranked #1793 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Shadow Rock Elementary School?
493 students attend Shadow Rock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Shadow Rock Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% 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 Shadow Rock Elementary School?
Shadow Rock Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shadow Rock Elementary School offer ?
Shadow Rock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shadow Rock Elementary School part of?
Shadow Rock Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
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