Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic

Summary:

Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic is a public high school serving grades 9-12 in Lithonia, Georgia, part of the DeKalb County school district. Despite being in a lower-ranked district, this school has consistently maintained strong academic performance, with high graduation rates and test scores that outpace the county and state averages.

One key factor that sets Arabia Mountain High School apart is its high graduation rates, ranging from 98.8% to 100% over the past 5 years - significantly higher than the 75.3% to 87.9% rates of nearby schools. The school also outperforms the district and state on Milestones Assessments, with 64.9% proficiency in American Literature and Composition compared to 33.7% for DeKalb County and 42% for Georgia. Additionally, the school has a relatively high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating it is able to support a diverse student population effectively.

Further contributing to the school's success are its higher per-student spending and lower student-teacher ratio compared to nearby schools. These factors, combined with the school's consistent academic performance, suggest Arabia Mountain High School is able to allocate resources efficiently to support student learning, even within the lower-ranked DeKalb County district. Overall, this school stands out as a high-performing institution that provides a quality education to its diverse student body.

Detail:

Public 9-12

6610 Browns Mill Rd
Lithonia, GA 30038

(678) 875-3602

District: DeKalb County

SchoolDigger Rank:
184^th of 458 Georgia High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $10,937

Student/teacher ratio: 17.8

Number of students: 1,184

Racial breakdown:

African American:

94.3%

Hispanic:

3.4%

Two or more races:

1.5%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 56.8%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic ranks better than 59.8% of high schools in Georgia. It also ranks 6^th among 23 ranked high schools in the DeKalb County School District. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 50.38. (See more...)

The Adjusted Cohort Graduation Rate (ACGR) measures the percentage of Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic freshmen who graduate within four years, adjusting for students who transfer in or out.

Student Body

Compare Details Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic has the largest high school student body size in the DeKalb County School District. (See more...)

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Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic is $10,937. 18 high schools in the DeKalb County School District spend more per student.

Schooldigger Rankings:

Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

SchoolDigger ranks Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic 184^th of 458 Georgia public high schools. (See Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic in the ranking list.)

DeKalb County:

SchoolDigger ranks DeKalb County 138^th of 203 Georgia school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic

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Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	GA State Percentile
2011	69.33	100^th	402	75.1%
2012	64.45	114^th	396	71.2%
2013	70.04	83^rd	425	80.5%
2014	67.99	90^th	425	78.8%
2015	75.94	49^th	435	88.7%
2016	71.19	56^th	426	86.9%
2017	64.28	80^th	420	81.0%
2018	67.42	87^th	428	79.7%
2019	64.04	98^th	438	77.6%
2021	51.17	160^th	410	61.0%
2022	61.32	113^th	429	73.7%
2023	57.82	131^st	442	70.4%
2024	50.38	184^th	458	59.8%

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Data source: test scores: Georgia Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Data source: Georgia Department of Education

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by a parent
Thursday, August 4, 2016

I was fortunate to have two students attend Arabia Mountain HS (AMHS). My oldest graduated with the class of 2014, and the youngest will graduate this year (class of 2017). My oldest is a junior in college and has told me that the rigor at AMHS prepared him for his college workload. The leadership at the high school fosters a sense of community, and a partnership between parents, teachers and students. There are numerous ways for parents to get involved and earn the required 20 volunteer hours. I absolutely love AMHS and the fact that my children have received a quality education, in our neighborhood. Our principal, Dr. Swanson is phenomenal. He has provided great leadership and stability for the school.
Like any school, you may have to work harder (with some teachers) to have good parent/teacher communication. Some teachers go above and beyond, and communicate well. Others, have a different communication style and may require more effort on the parent’s part. But once you find the “rhythm” that works for both, it is fine.

I would strongly recommend that parents and their students check eSis or Infinite Campus (the online grading portal) several times per week. It is easier to catch missed assignments (aka "Zero's") and/or grading errors, if you monitor it frequently.

We have also been very fortunate to have a solid PTSA leadership since the school opened. The executive boards (made up of parent volunteers) have been very professional and have done a great job running the PTSA. Each new school year brings new PTSA leadership, I hope that the legacy of strong PTSA leadership continues. Close Quote

by a parent
Sunday, May 20, 2012

Great school, but it is crucial to stay organized. Close Quote

by a parent
Monday, June 20, 2011

This school is perfect 4 any child...make sure they're well-equipped & they'll have a beautiful year. also...get them mac products (iphone/ipad) to keep them organized... Close Quote

Enrollment information for Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
2010	4	995	1	3	0	0	8	1011
2011	4	1430	2	11	2	0	24	1473
2012	4	1511	4	21	1	0	25	1566
2013	2	1257	4	18	0	0	20	1301
2014	4	1308	4	19	1	0	27	1363
2015	3	1245	2	21	1	0	16	1288
2016	1	1315	1	16	0	0	12	1345
2017	0	1387	4	21	2	0	9	1423
2018	0	1378	6	22	2	0	9	1417
2019	2	1289	8	26	5	0	11	1341
2020	3	1173	9	26	3	0	7	1221
2021	2	1204	7	26	4	1	13	1257
2022	2	1076	5	32	1	2	10	1128
2023	1	1116	4	40	1	4	18	1184

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

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Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2010	1011	55.0	18.3	48
2011	1473	88.0	16.7	49.9
2012	1566	88.5	17.6	50.6
2013	1301	71.0	18.3	47
2014	1363	72.2	18.8	50.9
2015	1288	73.0	17.6	51.5
2016	1345	75.0	17.9	49.1
2017	1423	74.5	19.1	48.9
2018	1417	85.5	16.5	50.9
2019	1341	84.5	15.8	52.8
2020	1221	84.0	14.5	55.2
2021	1257	81.0	15.5	51.2
2022	1128	70.0	16.1	n/a
2023	1184	66.5	17.8	56.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2010	1011	55.0	18.3	48
2011	1473	88.0	16.7	49.9
2012	1566	88.5	17.6	50.6
2013	1301	71.0	18.3	47
2014	1363	72.2	18.8	50.9
2015	1288	73.0	17.6	51.5
2016	1345	75.0	17.9	49.1
2017	1423	74.5	19.1	48.9
2018	1417	85.5	16.5	50.9
2019	1341	84.5	15.8	52.8
2020	1221	84.0	14.5	55.2
2021	1257	81.0	15.5	51.2
2022	1128	70.0	16.1	n/a
2023	1184	66.5	17.8	56.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2017	$519 (6.3%)	$7,775 (93.7%)	$8,294
2018	$483 (5.2%)	$8,762 (94.8%)	$9,244
2019	$680 (6.2%)	$10,258 (93.8%)	$10,937

Data source: Georgia Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 98^th of 438 High schools	Ranks 131^st of 442 High schools	7.3%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
End of Course American Literature and Composition (Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic)	57.1	53.9	3.2%
End of Course American Literature and Composition (DeKalb County)	40.6	30.9	9.7%
End of Course American Literature and Composition (Georgia)	47.3	38.9	8.4%
End of Course Coordinate Algebra (Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic)	31.2	30.9	0.3%
End of Course Coordinate Algebra (DeKalb County)	26.6	21.9	4.7%
End of Course Coordinate Algebra (Georgia)	33.7	26.4	7.3%
End of Course Biology (Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic)	53.6	45.8	7.8%
End of Course Biology (DeKalb County)	38.6	32.6	6%
End of Course Biology (Georgia)	49	45.5	3.5%
End of Course United States History (Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic)	65.9	33.2	32.7%
End of Course United States History (DeKalb County)	46.5	27	19.5%
End of Course United States History (Georgia)	48.3	37.1	11.2%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	1341	1184	11.7%
African American	1289	1116	13.4%
American Indian	5	1	80%
Asian	8	4	50%
Hispanic	26	40	53.8%
Pacific Islander	0	4
White	2	1	50%
Two or More Races	11	18	63.6%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	52.8%	56.8%	4%

Schools Near Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				Milestones Assessment American Literature and Composition (2024)	Milestones Assessment Algebra I (2024)	Milestones Assessment Biology (2024)	Milestones Assessment United States History (2024)	Milestones Assessment English Language Arts (2024)	Milestones Assessment Mathematics (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2019)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	Milestones Assessment American Literature and Composition End of Course	Milestones Assessment Algebra I End of Course	Milestones Assessment Biology End of Course	Milestones Assessment United States History End of Course	Milestones Assessment English Language Arts 6th Grade	Milestones Assessment Mathematics 6th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic	Public	9-12	6610 Browns Mill Rd	Lithonia	30038	DeKalb County	DeKalb County	No	No	No	Yes	(678) 875-3602	1,184	67	17.8	56.8%	1 (0.1%)	1,116 (94.3%)	40 (3.4%)	4 (0.3%)	1 (0.1%)	4 (0.3%)	18 (1.5%)	50.4	184^th of 458 public high schools	59.8%		57.8	131^st of 442 public high schools	70.4%	53	64.9	31.0	43.1	25.4			$10,937	$680	$10,258
Martin Luther King- Junior High School	Public	9-12	3991 Snapfinger Rd	Lithonia	30038	DeKalb County	DeKalb County	No	No	No	Yes	(678) 874-5402	1,440	74	19.4	100.0%	12 (0.8%)	1,340 (93.1%)	53 (3.7%)	1 (0.1%)	5 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	29 (2.0%)	13.6	403^rd of 458 public high schools	12.0%		15.9	375^th of 442 public high schools	15.2%	28	17.6	3.1	14.4	21.7			$10,539	$758	$9,781
Miller Grove High School	Public	9-12	2645 Dekalb Medical Pkwy	Lithonia	30058	DeKalb County	DeKalb County	No	No	No	Yes	(678) 875-1102	1,188	74	16.0	100.0%	3 (0.3%)	1,105 (93.0%)	50 (4.2%)	3 (0.3%)	6 (0.5%)	1 (0.1%)	20 (1.7%)	20.1	360^th of 458 public high schools	21.4%		22	330^th of 442 public high schools	25.3%	30	27.9	14.6	18.4	24.0			$11,240	$648	$10,592
Heritage High School	Public	9-12	2400 Granade Rd SW	Conyers	30094	Rockdale County	Rockdale County	No	No	No	Yes	(770) 483-5428	1,877	102	18.3	59.4%	159 (8.5%)	1,195 (63.7%)	424 (22.6%)	22 (1.2%)	3 (0.2%)	6 (0.3%)	68 (3.6%)	35.1	268^th of 458 public high schools	41.5%		34.8	261^st of 442 public high schools	41.0%	7	37.0	20.0	35.0	28.4			$8,375	$288	$8,087
Lithonia High School	Public	9-12	2440 Phillips Rd	Lithonia	30058	DeKalb County	DeKalb County	No	No	No	Yes	(678) 676-2902	1,483	83	17.8	100.0%	6 (0.4%)	1,361 (91.8%)	79 (5.3%)	4 (0.3%)	9 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	24 (1.6%)	23.2	336^th of 458 public high schools	26.6%		22.9	325^th of 442 public high schools	26.5%	11	22.0	7.0	22.2	37.2			$11,301	$737	$10,564
Woodland High School	Public	9-12	800 Moseley Dr	Stockbridge	30281	Henry County	Henry County	No	No	No	No	(770) 389-2784	1,334	70	18.9	42.3%	193 (14.5%)	857 (64.2%)	180 (13.5%)	32 (2.4%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	72 (5.4%)	38.7	248^th of 458 public high schools	45.9%		42.8	215^th of 442 public high schools	51.4%	33	43.1	29.0	29.7	31.3			$8,586	$272	$8,313
Southwest DeKalb High School	Public	9-12	2863 Kelley Chapel Rd	Decatur	30034	DeKalb County	DeKalb County	No	No	No	Yes	(678) 874-1902	1,307	79	16.4	100.0%	4 (0.3%)	1,231 (94.2%)	46 (3.5%)	5 (0.4%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	20 (1.5%)	34.9	271^st of 458 public high schools	40.8%		35	260^th of 442 public high schools	41.2%	11	31.2	26.5	31.1	38.0			$11,703	$767	$10,936
The Anchor School	Public, Charter	6-12	2460 Wesley Chapel Road	Decatur	30035	DeKalb County	State Specialty Schools II- The Anchor School	Yes	(n/a)	(n/a)	(n/a)	(404) 909-4555	0				0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)					29.9	5.2
Rockdale County High School	Public	9-12	1174 Bulldog Cir NE	Conyers	30012	Rockdale County	Rockdale County	No	No	No	Yes	(770) 483-8754	2,369	136	17.4	63.9%	157 (6.6%)	1,728 (72.9%)	360 (15.2%)	35 (1.5%)	4 (0.2%)	9 (0.4%)	76 (3.2%)	28.6	304^th of 458 public high schools	33.6%		27.2	301^st of 442 public high schools	31.9%	3	31.8	21.2	32.8	20.1			$9,095	$309	$8,786
Stockbridge High School	Public	9-12	1151 Old Conyers Rd	Stockbridge	30281	Henry County	Henry County	No	No	No	Yes	(770) 474-8747	1,543	81	18.9	54.2%	106 (6.9%)	1,077 (69.8%)	266 (17.2%)	37 (2.4%)	2 (0.1%)	1 (0.1%)	54 (3.5%)	23	338^th of 458 public high schools	26.2%		21.8	332^nd of 442 public high schools	24.9%	6	28.6	8.5	12.1	26.5			$8,994	$433	$8,561

Frequently Asked Questions about Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic

How many students attend Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic?

In the 2022-23 school year, 1,184 students attended Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic.

What district is Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic in?

DeKalb County

Is Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic a good school?

Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic ranks 184^th of 458 Georgia high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

What is the racial makeup of Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic?

Students at Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic are 94% African American, 3% Hispanic, 2% Two or more races.

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