These are some of the top-rated public schools in Dekalb County School District based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
RATINGS
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Dekalb County School District at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
ACADEMICS
Academic Summary
Is this district offering opportunity for all its students, or leaving some kids behind? Successful districts are working to close the achievement gap.
ACADEMICS
Rigorous courses can help students prepare for and get into college, including coursework in STEM subjects. Find out more.
Parent Tip
Many successful high school students end up in remedial math courses in college. Is your student prepared for college-level math? Ask this district how they ensure students are well-prepared.
ENVIRONMENT
Student Demographics
Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
ENVIRONMENT
Teachers & Staff
Parents often value small class sizes, but the truth is more complicated.
ENVIRONMENT
District Calendar
ENVIRONMENT
District Finances
How a school district allocates funds can reflect its priorities. Learn more about how these decisions are made.
Parent Tip
District decisions about how to spend money impact your child’s schooling. Here’s how parents can have an influence.
ENVIRONMENT
Reviews From Schools in Dekalb County School District
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Current student
April 25, 2024
Somone brought a gun to school and a teacher got into a fight with a student. That should be enough of a review.
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Martin Luther King- Jr. High School
Parent / Guardian
April 18, 2024
Smoke Rise Elementary is an amazing school that has out performed the district and the state in several categories. Principal McCloud' has excelled over the last decade and this school is award... More
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Smoke Rise Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
April 11, 2024
Amazing school 10/10. The teachers, the academics and the facility are all amazing. Couldn't ask for a better school for my kids.
Review for
Austin Elementary School
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