Serving 539 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Smoke Rise Elementary School ranks in the top 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 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 89% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Smoke Rise Elementary School serves the northeast part of Stone Mountain, GA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 8.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smoke Rise Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Smoke Rise Elementary School's student population of 539 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
539 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smoke Rise Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smoke Rise Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1006 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
42%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Flames and Jaguars
School Mascot
Jaguar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smoke Rise Elementary School's ranking?
Smoke Rise Elementary School is ranked #1006 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Smoke Rise Elementary School often compared to?
Smoke Rise Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brockett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Smoke Rise Elementary School?
539 students attend Smoke Rise Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Smoke Rise Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smoke Rise Elementary School?
Smoke Rise Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smoke Rise Elementary School offer ?
Smoke Rise Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smoke Rise Elementary School part of?
Smoke Rise Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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