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Briarlake Elementary School

DeKalb County · DeKalb County · 3590 Lavista Rd, Decatur, GA 30033.0

(678)874-2502

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9/10
#196
Rank 196 out of 1,259
Top 15%
English Language Arts9/10 · #143 · 89th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #280 · 78th percentile
Science9/10 · #172 · 86th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Briarlake Elementary sits in one of those sweet spots just outside Atlanta where tree-lined streets and a tight-knit community vibe make it feel like its own little world, even though you're minutes from the city. The school punches well above average across the board, with particularly strong English scores that reflect a community that takes learning seriously. Families drawn to Decatur's mix of suburban calm and urban accessibility — think weekend farmers markets, walkable neighborhoods, and a real sense of place — tend to fit right in here.

Student Demographics

176 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
80 (45%)
Hispanic
40 (23%)
African American
35 (20%)
Asian
10 (6%)
Multiple Races
10 (6%)
Other
1 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners31 (18%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged71 (40%)
Students with Disabilities45 (26%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

677
Enrollment
36
Teachers (FTE)
18.8:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs9/10 · #190 · 85th percentile

89 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Georgia.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found