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Joannie Marks

Elementary School

1125 S HAIRSTON RD, Stone Mountain, GA 30088

Private

Enrollment

9

Student-Teacher

4.5:1

Grades

Pre-K – 1st

Updated 2021-22

About Joannie Marks

Joannie Marks is an private elementary school in Stone Mountain, GA 30088. The school serves approximately 9 students in grades Pre-K – 1st with a student-teacher ratio of 4.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $64,734, where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 9 students, Joannie Marks is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 4.5:1, Joannie Marks offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Joannie Marks operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Joannie Marks compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Stone Mountain, GA

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.5:1
This School
vs
15.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
9
This School
vs
525
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 100% vs 0%
Joannie Marks Stone Mountain Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Joannie Marks (this school)
Eldridge L. Miller Elementary School 6.7
Allgood Elementary School 8.1
Woodridge Elementary School 6.2
Rowland Elementary School 7.8
Rockbridge Elementary School 5.7
Dunaire Elementary School 7.4
East DeKalb Special Education Center 4.9
Hambrick Elementary School 7.4
Stone Mill Elementary School 3.9
Stone Mountain Elementary School 6.7
DeKalb Agriculture Technology and Environment School 8.0
Pine Ridge Elementary School 5.5
Wynbrooke Elementary School 7.0
Smoke Rise Elementary School 4.8

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
9 students
Type
Private
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.5:1
Address
1125 S HAIRSTON RD, Stone Mountain, GA 30088
Phone
(404) 296-7881
Data Year
SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?

We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in GA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.

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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1125 S HAIRSTON RD, Stone Mountain, GA 30088

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Joannie Marks may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Allgood Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away). Another option is Rowland Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away). Additionally, Dunaire Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 2.1 miles away). For more schools in Stone Mountain, see our Stone Mountain schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Freedom Middle School Stone Mountain 1.3 mi 6.3
Eldridge L. Miller Elementary School Stone Mountain 1.1 mi 6.7
Redan High School Stone Mountain 1.1 mi 4.7
Woodridge Elementary School Stone Mountain 1.5 mi 6.2
Allgood Elementary School Stone Mountain 1.4 mi 8.1
Rockbridge Elementary School Stone Mountain 1.7 mi 5.7
Rowland Elementary School Stone Mountain 1.5 mi 7.8
Mary McLeod Bethune Middle School Decatur 2.0 mi 7.0
WINGS OF A DOVE CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY Decatur 2.3 mi 4.6
East DeKalb Special Education Center Stone Mountain 2.4 mi 4.9
DeKalb Alternative School Stone Mountain 2.4 mi 6.0
Dunaire Elementary School Stone Mountain 2.1 mi 7.4
DECATUR ADVENTIST JR ACADEMY Stone Mountain 2.4 mi 5.0
DeKalb Preparatory Academy Charter Decatur 2.2 mi 4.5
ST TIMOTHY SCHOOL Stone Mountain 2.7 mi
Miller Grove Middle School Decatur 2.8 mi 5.6
Towers High School Decatur 2.5 mi 4.4
Panola Way Elementary School Lithonia 2.9 mi 4.5
Redan Middle School Lithonia 2.8 mi 7.9
Hambrick Elementary School Stone Mountain 3.2 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30088 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,734

Median Home Value

$208,200

Median Rent

$1,438/mo

Population

29,279

College Educated

29%

Homeownership

59.4%

Avg Commute

33.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

38.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding Joannie Marks has a median household income of $64,734. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $208,200, with a median rent of $1,438/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.6%. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Joannie Marks

What grades does Joannie Marks serve?

Joannie Marks serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.

How many students attend Joannie Marks?

Joannie Marks has an enrollment of approximately 9 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Joannie Marks?

The student-teacher ratio at Joannie Marks is 4.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is Joannie Marks a private school?

Yes, Joannie Marks is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Joannie Marks a religious school?

No, Joannie Marks is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (2,414/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Stone Mountain). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
9
Gender Split
89% M / 11% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DEKALB
Data Year
2022–2023

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