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Dunaire Elementary School

Elementary School · DeKalb County

651 S Indian Creek Dr, Stone Mountain, GA 30083

Enrollment

425

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,528 of 2,268

In Stone Mountain

#8 of 23

public schools

In district

#61 of 131

DeKalb County

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Dunaire Elementary School

5.4/10

Elementary School in Stone Mountain · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.1/10

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About Dunaire Elementary School

Dunaire Elementary School is a public elementary school in Stone Mountain, GA, part of DeKalb County. Dunaire Elementary School serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Dunaire Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,528 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Dunaire Elementary School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • GA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Dunaire Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.6% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.2% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-24.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.6 pts
Overall Proficiency21% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected+0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,368
Chronic Absenteeism34.6%

Dunaire Elementary School — Students at Dunaire Elementary School score 21% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 28.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 37.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
63%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
58%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
9%
ELA
11%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
15%
2017
Math
11%
ELA
14%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
16%
ELA
24%
2024
Math
17.6%
ELA
24.2%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.3/10.

How Dunaire Elementary School Compares

See how Dunaire Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
33th percentile in GA
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
5.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

651 S Indian Creek Dr, Stone Mountain, GA 30083

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dunaire Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Robert Shaw Theme School (rated 9.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Scottdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is DeKalb Elementary School of the Arts (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Avondale Estates), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hambrick Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stone Mountain, see our Stone Mountain schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Clarkston High School Clarkston 1.1 mi 4.1
Allgood Elementary School Stone Mountain 1.0 mi 5.8
Indian Creek Elementary School Clarkston 1.3 mi 6.8
ST TIMOTHY SCHOOL Stone Mountain 1.4 mi
Rowland Elementary School Stone Mountain 1.5 mi 4.8
Atlanta Area School for the Deaf Clarkston 1.7 mi 5.4
Robert Shaw Theme School Scottdale 1.5 mi 9.1
DeKalb Preparatory Academy Charter Decatur 2.0 mi 5.5
Jolly Elementary School Clarkston 2.1 mi 4.9
DeKalb Elementary School of the Arts Avondale Estates 1.8 mi 7.8
HEARTWOOD AGILE LEARNING CENTER SCHOOL Clarkston 2.2 mi 5.0
Freedom Middle School Stone Mountain 1.9 mi 4.9
Rockbridge Elementary School Stone Mountain 1.9 mi 5.2
Avondale Elementary School Avondale Estates 1.9 mi 5.6
Towers High School Decatur 2.3 mi 3.7
JOANNIE MARKS Stone Mountain 2.1 mi
DeKalb Alternative School Stone Mountain 2.2 mi 5.1
East DeKalb Special Education Center Stone Mountain 2.2 mi 3.2
Peachcrest Elementary School Decatur 2.4 mi 6.5
Hambrick Elementary School Stone Mountain 2.5 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30083 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,162

Median Home Value

$221,400

Median Rent

$1,356/mo

Population

62,941

College Educated

24.9%

Homeownership

51.5%

Avg Commute

33.3 min

Poverty Rate

17.6%

Median Age

34.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dunaire Elementary School

What grades does Dunaire Elementary School serve?

Dunaire Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Dunaire Elementary School?

Dunaire Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dunaire Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dunaire Elementary School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dunaire Elementary School rank in GA?

Dunaire Elementary School ranks #1,528 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Dunaire Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dunaire Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Dunaire Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dunaire Elementary School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Dunaire Elementary School a charter school?

No, Dunaire Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dunaire Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Dunaire Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dunaire Elementary School?

100.0% of students at Dunaire Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DeKalb County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.6%

District

DeKalb County
District Enrollment
91,398
Schools in District
131
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,368
District Rank
#61 of 131

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