Needs Improvement
#2176 of 2,268 schools in GA
East Dekalb Special Education Center
School · DeKalb County
5839 Memorial Dr, Stone Mountain, GA 30083
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 22 schools in Stone Mountain. Learn more
Enrollment
165
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
165
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#2,176 of 2,268
In Stone Mountain
#23 of 23
public schools
In district
#124 of 131
DeKalb County
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East Dekalb Special Education Center
School in Stone Mountain · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About East Dekalb Special Education Center
East Dekalb Special Education Center is a public school in Stone Mountain, GA, part of DeKalb County. East Dekalb Special Education Center serves approximately 165 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 23.6:1 student-teacher ratio. East Dekalb Special Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,176 of 2,268 schools in GA.
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.6
- GA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 165 students, East Dekalb Special Education Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
East Dekalb Special Education Center runs 23.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How East Dekalb Special Education Center Compares
See how East Dekalb Special Education Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5839 Memorial Dr, Stone Mountain, GA 30083
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Dekalb Special Education Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Dekalb Early College Academy (rated 8.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DeKalb Agriculture Technology and Environment School (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hambrick Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stone Mountain, see our Stone Mountain schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| URBAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Savannah, GA | 3.7 |
| THRIVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Stone Mountain, GA | 4.0 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Statesboro, GA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Dekalb Special Education Center
What grades does East Dekalb Special Education Center serve?
East Dekalb Special Education Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend East Dekalb Special Education Center?
East Dekalb Special Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 165 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Dekalb Special Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at East Dekalb Special Education Center is 23.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Dekalb Special Education Center rank in GA?
East Dekalb Special Education Center ranks #2,176 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is East Dekalb Special Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
East Dekalb Special Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is East Dekalb Special Education Center a charter school?
No, East Dekalb Special Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Dekalb Special Education Center a Title I school?
No, East Dekalb Special Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Dekalb Special Education Center?
58.2% of students at East Dekalb Special Education Center 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 165
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.2%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DeKalb County
- Phone
- (678) 676-1890
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
DeKalb County- District Enrollment
- 91,398
- Schools in District
- 131
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,368
- District Rank
- #124 of 131
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