Serving 401 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Laurel Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurel Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Laurel Ridge Elementary School's student population of 401 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
401 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Laurel Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel Ridge Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#711 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
20%
18%
Black
19%
36%
White
43%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurel Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Laurel Ridge Elementary School is ranked #711 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Laurel Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Laurel Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mclendon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Laurel Ridge Elementary School?
401 students attend Laurel Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Laurel Ridge Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurel Ridge Elementary School?
Laurel Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laurel Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Laurel Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Laurel Ridge Elementary School part of?
Laurel Ridge Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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