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Dekalb Early College Academy

DeKalb County · DeKalb County · 1701 Mountain Industrial Blvd, Stone Mountain, GA 30083.0

(678)676-0221

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10/10
#7
Rank 7 out of 384
Top 2%
English Language Arts10/10 · #19 · 95th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #5 · 99th percentile
Science10/10 · #18 · 96th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Dekalb Early College Academy is one of those schools that quietly punches well above its weight — sitting in the top 10 in Georgia while tucked into the diverse, unpretentious Stone Mountain community just east of Atlanta. The early college model means students aren't just prepping for college; they're earning real credits while still in high school, which draws academically driven families who want more than a traditional classroom experience. If you're raising a kid who's genuinely hungry for a challenge and you love the idea of Atlanta's energy without paying Buckhead prices to live near it, this school deserves a serious look.

Student Demographics

76 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

African American
52 (68%)
Hispanic
13 (17%)
Asian
10 (13%)
Other
1 (1%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged60 (79%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

622
Enrollment
18
Teachers (FTE)
34.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3
Administrators (FTE)

Graduation Rate

100%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

13
AP Courses
offered
16.9%
AP Participation
of students
50
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

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 · #69 · 82nd percentile

74 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Georgia.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found