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Laurel Ridge Elementary School

DeKalb County · DeKalb County · 1215 Balsam Dr, Decatur, GA 30033.0

(678)874-6902

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8/10
#263
Rank 263 out of 1,259
Top 21%
English Language Arts9/10 · #182 · 86th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #377 · 70th percentile
Science8/10 · #270 · 78th percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into one of the more established neighborhoods in DeKalb County, Laurel Ridge Elementary stands out for its particularly strong English scores and solid all-around academics — a combination that tends to attract families who value both literacy and a well-rounded education. Decatur and its surrounding areas have a reputation for engaged, community-minded residents, and that energy shows up in schools like this one. Families looking for a neighborhood school with real academic depth, without the pressure of some of Atlanta's more hyper-competitive districts, will find a lot to like here.

Student Demographics

190 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
80 (42%)
Hispanic
40 (21%)
African American
35 (18%)
Multiple Races
18 (9%)
Asian
15 (8%)
Other
2 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners39 (21%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged89 (47%)
Students with Disabilities20 (11%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

792
Enrollment
36
Teachers (FTE)
22:1
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 Programs10/10 · #99 · 92nd percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found