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Vanderlyn Elementary School

DeKalb County · DeKalb County · 1877 Vanderlyn Dr, Dunwoody, GA 30338.0

(678)874-9002

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10/10
#68
Rank 68 out of 1,259
Top 5%
English Language Arts10/10 · #64 · 95th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #83 · 93rd percentile
Science10/10 · #105 · 91st percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Vanderlyn Elementary sits in the heart of Dunwoody, one of Atlanta's most family-friendly suburbs, where tree-lined streets, top-notch parks, and a tight-knit community vibe make it a genuinely great place to raise kids. The school consistently ranks among the strongest in all of Georgia, with standout performance across English, math, and science that draws families who prioritize academics without sacrificing that warm, neighborhood-school feel. If you're relocating to the Perimeter area and want a school where both the test scores and the community hold up, Vanderlyn is the kind of place that tends to seal the deal on a home purchase.

Student Demographics

199 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
101 (51%)
Asian
47 (24%)
Hispanic
22 (11%)
African American
19 (10%)
Multiple Races
10 (5%)

Key Indicators

English Learners21 (11%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged21 (11%)
Students with Disabilities32 (16%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

843
Enrollment
31
Teachers (FTE)
27.2:1
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 · #173 · 87th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found