Serving 207 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Toney 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Toney Elementary School serves the southwest part of Decatur, GA, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. The school's attendance zone is easily accessible, with a typical drive time of 5 to 10 minutes and an average distance of 0.8 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 1.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Toney Elementary School's student population of 207 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
207 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
School Motto
You Can't Hide that Tiger P.R.I.D.E! (Promoting Rigorous Instruction Daily with Excellence!)
School Rankings
Toney 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 Toney Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#1872 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
85%
36%
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 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.6%
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 (12-13)
5%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Black
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Toney Elementary School's ranking?
Toney Elementary School is ranked #1872 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Toney Elementary School often compared to?
Toney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbia Elementary School, Snapfinger Elementary School, Ronald E Mcnair Discover Learning Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Toney Elementary School?
207 students attend Toney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Toney Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Toney Elementary School?
Toney Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Toney Elementary School offer ?
Toney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Toney Elementary School part of?
Toney Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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