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#768 of 2,268 schools in GA

Top 34% in state

John Robert Lewis Elementary School

Elementary School · DeKalb County

2630 Skyland Dr NE, Brookhaven, GA 30319

Enrollment

873

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#768 of 2,268

In Brookhaven

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#31 of 131

DeKalb County

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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John Robert Lewis Elementary School

7.2/10

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

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8.9/10

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2.5/10

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About John Robert Lewis Elementary School

John Robert Lewis Elementary School is a public elementary school in Brookhaven, GA, part of DeKalb County. John Robert Lewis Elementary School serves approximately 873 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. John Robert Lewis Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #768 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for John Robert Lewis Elementary School show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.9
  • GA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at John Robert Lewis Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data4
Annual Change+3.18 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2024
TrendImproving
Academics3.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.4% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15.4% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-22.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.4 pts
Overall Proficiency17% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-12.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,368
Chronic Absenteeism23.9%

John Robert Lewis Elementary School — Students at John Robert Lewis Elementary School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 10.6% (multi-year average, 2020-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 10.6% (multi-year average, 2020-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 8 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2020*
Math
4%
ELA
7%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
7%
2022
Math
15%
ELA
13%
2024
Math
19.4%
ELA
15.4%

* 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: 9.9/10.

How John Robert Lewis Elementary School Compares

See how John Robert Lewis Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
66th percentile in GA
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.9%

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

2630 Skyland Dr NE, Brookhaven, GA 30319

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John Robert Lewis Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GLOBE Academy Charter School I (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Atlanta), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ashford Park Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Atlanta), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sagamore Hills Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Atlanta), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brookhaven, see our Brookhaven schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Ashford Park Elementary School Atlanta 0.9 mi 8.9
Montclair Elementary School Brookhaven 1.1 mi 2.5
ST MARTIN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Atlanta 1.4 mi 6.1
THE PIEDMONT SCHOOL OF ATLANTA Brookhaven 1.4 mi
ST PIUS X CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Atlanta 1.3 mi 5.4
Dresden Elementary School Chamblee 1.4 mi 2.9
DeKalb PATH Academy Charter School Atlanta 1.6 mi 3.8
OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Atlanta 1.8 mi 5.9
GLOBE Academy Charter School I Atlanta 1.7 mi 9.2
CAPSTONE ACADEMY ATLANTA Atlanta 2.0 mi 6.0
Cross Keys High School Brookhaven 1.8 mi 3.7
ATLANTA MONTESSORI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Atlanta 2.0 mi 7.2
Woodward Elementary School Brookhaven 1.9 mi 5.5
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Atlanta 2.1 mi 6.3
Sagamore Hills Elementary School Atlanta 2.1 mi 8.6
MORAH CAROLS PLACE Atlanta 2.0 mi
Margaret Harris Comprehensive School Atlanta 2.3 mi 4.3
ANNUNCIATION DAY SCHOOL Atlanta 2.3 mi 7.6
Chamblee Middle School Chamblee 2.4 mi 8.3
SHALLOWFORD PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Atlanta 2.0 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30319 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$132,847

Median Home Value

$708,700

Median Rent

$1,861/mo

Population

45,382

College Educated

78%

Homeownership

56.2%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

36.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John Robert Lewis Elementary School

What grades does John Robert Lewis Elementary School serve?

John Robert Lewis Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend John Robert Lewis Elementary School?

John Robert Lewis Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 873 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John Robert Lewis Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at John Robert Lewis Elementary School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John Robert Lewis Elementary School rank in GA?

John Robert Lewis Elementary School ranks #768 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is John Robert Lewis Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

John Robert Lewis Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 John Robert Lewis Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John Robert Lewis Elementary School has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).

Is John Robert Lewis Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is John Robert Lewis Elementary School a Title I school?

No, John Robert Lewis Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Robert Lewis Elementary School?

84.1% of students at John Robert Lewis 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
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
873
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DeKalb County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.9%

District

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

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