DeKalb County

The DeKalb County school district in Georgia encompasses 131 schools, including 82 elementary schools, 22 middle schools, 23 high schools, and 4 alternative schools. The district serves a diverse student population and has a wide range of academic performance across its schools.

Some of the standout schools in the district include Vanderlyn Elementary School and Oak Grove Elementary School, both of which have consistently high proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics, earning them 5-star ratings from SchoolDigger. At the high school level, Dunwoody High School and Chamblee High School are among the top-performing schools in the state, ranking in the top 25% of Georgia high schools. The Dekalb Early College Academy stands out with an exceptional 100% four-year graduation rate.

However, the data also reveals significant performance gaps across the district, with some schools struggling with low proficiency rates and graduation rates. Schools with higher percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch tend to have lower academic outcomes, suggesting a correlation between socioeconomic status and student achievement. The district will need to address these equity and resource disparities to ensure all students have access to a high-quality education, regardless of their background.