Best Schools in Lithonia, Georgia
30 schools · 18 Elementary · 4 Middle · 7 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Lithonia?
Use this page to compare every school in Lithonia by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic
High · Dekalb County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Miller's Military Academy
High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Edward L. Bouie- Sr. Elementary School
Elementary · Dekalb County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Lithonia for 2026 are Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic (7.0/10), Miller's Military Academy (6.8/10), and Edward L. Bouie- Sr. Elementary School (6.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 24 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
30
20 public · 10 private
Avg Score
4.4
out of 10
Median Home
$228,050
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
30
20 public · 10 private
Avg Score
4.4
out of 10
Median Home
$228,050
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 6.3/10 despite 80% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.0 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Lithonia schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +11.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Lithonia schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Lithonia
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (24 of 30). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic | 7.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Miller's Military Academy | 6.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Edward L. Bouie- Sr. Elementary School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Leadership Preparatory Academy | 6.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Marbut Elementary School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Excell Preparatory Center | 4.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Children for Christ Academy | 4.6 / 10 |
| 8 | Stoneview Elementary School | 4.3 / 10 |
| 9 | Murphey Candler Elementary School | 4.3 / 10 |
| 10 | Redan Middle School | 4.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.4/10
- Median household income
- $66,747
- Median home value
- $228,050
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 31%
- Avg commute
- 37 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 61%
4% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lithonia compares
Georgia rank
#234 of 240
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.9
below Georgia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$67k
96% of Georgia median
Schools in this city
24
About Schools in Lithonia, Georgia
Lithonia's public school system spans 20 ranked schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels, giving families a range of options within DeKalb County. The city's average school score sits at 5.4 out of 10 — a number that signals meaningful performance gaps across the landscape and tells parents to look carefully rather than assume consistency across the district.
Only one school in Lithonia — 5% of the total — scores 7 or above. That school is Edward L. Bouie Sr. Elementary, the city's top performer at 7.8 out of 10. For families with elementary-age children, Bouie stands well above the rest of the field and is the most natural first stop in any school search. Murphey Candler Elementary follows at 6.8 and Marbut Elementary rounds out the elementary tier at 6.2, both landing above the citywide average. Parents evaluating elementary options have three schools worth a close look, with Bouie as the clear standout.
The upper grades offer a narrower set of strong options. Arabia Mountain High School's Academy of Engineering and Medicine scores 6.5, making it the highest-rated secondary school in the city and a competitive choice for students with interest in STEM or health science pathways. Redan Middle School comes in at 6.4, providing a solid bridge year option for families tracking toward Arabia Mountain. Both schools sit above the citywide average, though neither reaches the 7-plus tier. For parents mapping a K–12 path inside Lithonia, the Bouie-to-Redan-to-Arabia Mountain trajectory represents the strongest combination the city's public system currently offers.
The broader picture requires honest expectations. With a 5.4 average and just one school clearing the 7-point mark, Lithonia's school system has real performance variability. Parents researching here should check individual school scores rather than relying on district-level assumptions, compare specific grade configurations to their child's timeline, and factor in whether specialized academy programs — like Arabia Mountain's engineering and medical tracks — align with their student's interests. School boundaries in DeKalb County can also shift enrollment options, so confirming zoning early in the search saves time.
Elementary Schools
18 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 600 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.6 |
| 2 | 297 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.3 |
| 3 | 427 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.7 |
| 4 | 769 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.3 |
| 5 | 496 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.3 |
| 6 | 544 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.1 |
| 7 | 539 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.1 |
| 8 | 770 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.1 |
| 9 | 501 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.9 |
| 10 | 636 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.7 |
Show all 18 elementary schools in Lithonia
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 633 students · 6th–8th | 4.2 | ||
| 2 | 927 students · 6th–8th | 3.4 | ||
| 3 | 1,064 students · 6th–8th | 3.0 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | The Whitaker Christian Academy
Private
10 students · 3rd–8th | — | ||
High Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,272 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 | ||
| 2 | 1,431 students · 9th–12th | 3.6 | ||
| 3 | 1,109 students · 9th–12th | 3.6 | ||
| 4 | 1,504 students · 9th–12th | 3.4 | ||
| Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Miller's Military Academy
Private
47 students · 5th–12th | 6.8 | ||
| 2 | Twins Academy Inc.
Private
12 students · 8th–12th | — | ||
| 3 | Fleming Day School
Private
15 students · 6th–12th | — | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Twins Academy Inc at 3152
Private
18 students · Kindergarten–12th | — |
Schools in Lithonia
Lithonia, Georgia · 30 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$66,747
Median Home Value
$228,050
Median Rent
$1,507/mo
Population
106,165
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
37 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Community Profile
Lithonia has a median household income of $66,747. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $228,050, with a median rent of $1,507/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.5%. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Georgia
- Elementary
- 18
- Middle
- 4
- High
- 7
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Lithonia, Georgia
How many schools are in Lithonia, Georgia?
Lithonia has 30 schools, including 20 public and 10 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lithonia, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lithonia is 4.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Lithonia, Georgia?
The top-ranked school in Lithonia on MySchoolScout is Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lithonia, Georgia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lithonia on MySchoolScout is Edward L. Bouie- Sr. Elementary School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Lithonia, Georgia?
The top-ranked middle school in Lithonia on MySchoolScout is Redan Middle School with a composite score of 4.2/10.
What is the best high school in Lithonia, Georgia?
The top-ranked high school in Lithonia on MySchoolScout is Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Lithonia, Georgia?
Lithonia is served by 1 school district: Dekalb County.
What is the education level in Lithonia, Georgia?
According to Census data, 31% of adults in Lithonia have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lithonia, Georgia?
The median household income in Lithonia is approximately $66,747 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Lithonia, Georgia?
Yes, Lithonia has 10 private schools alongside 20 public schools. The top-rated private school is Miller's Military Academy with a score of 6.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lithonia, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lithonia is 13.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lithonia, Georgia?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Georgia Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.