Average
#1151 of 2,268 schools in GA
Idlewood Elementary School
Elementary School · DeKalb County
1484 Idlewood Rd, Tucker, GA 30084
Enrollment
910
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
910
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#1,151 of 2,268
In Tucker
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#45 of 131
DeKalb County
Academic performance
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Idlewood Elementary School
Idlewood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tucker, GA, part of DeKalb County. Idlewood Elementary School serves approximately 910 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Idlewood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,151 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Idlewood Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Idlewood 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
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Idlewood Elementary School — Students at Idlewood Elementary School score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.8/10.
How Idlewood Elementary School Compares
See how Idlewood Elementary School 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
1484 Idlewood Rd, Tucker, GA 30084
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Idlewood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DeKalb Agriculture Technology and Environment School (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Stone Mountain), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hambrick Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Stone Mountain), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Midvale Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tucker, see our Tucker schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30084 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,747
Median Home Value
$332,000
Median Rent
$1,617/mo
Population
38,715
College Educated
41.9%
Homeownership
66.9%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
41.7
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| Clay-Harmony Leland Elementary School Mableton, GA | 6.3 |
| Connie Dugan Elementary School Douglasville, GA | 6.3 |
| Dunwoody Springs Elementary School Atlanta, GA | 6.3 |
| Mattie Wells Elementary School Macon, GA | 6.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Idlewood Elementary School
What grades does Idlewood Elementary School serve?
Idlewood Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Idlewood Elementary School?
Idlewood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 910 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Idlewood Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Idlewood Elementary School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Idlewood Elementary School rank in GA?
Idlewood Elementary School ranks #1,151 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Idlewood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Idlewood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Idlewood Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Idlewood Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Idlewood Elementary School a charter school?
No, Idlewood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Idlewood Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Idlewood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Idlewood Elementary School?
100.0% of students at Idlewood 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 910
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DeKalb County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.9%
- Phone
- (678) 874-3202
Resources & Links
District
DeKalb County- District Enrollment
- 91,398
- Schools in District
- 131
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,368
- District Rank
- #45 of 131
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