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Kelley Lake Elementary School

Elementary School · DeKalb County

2590 Kelly Lake Rd, Decatur, GA 30032

Enrollment

233

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,452 of 2,268

In Decatur

#20 of 40

public schools

In district

#57 of 131

DeKalb County

Equity

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Kelley Lake Elementary School

5.6/10

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

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About Kelley Lake Elementary School

Kelley Lake Elementary School is a public elementary school in Decatur, GA, part of DeKalb County. Kelley Lake Elementary School serves approximately 233 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Kelley Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,452 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Kelley Lake Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • GA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

69% of students at Kelley Lake 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 Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.1% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.8% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected+12.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,368
Chronic Absenteeism69.1%

Kelley Lake Elementary School — Students at Kelley Lake Elementary School score 33% 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 44.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 42.7% (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
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2024
Math
39.1%
ELA
26.8%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Kelley Lake Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in GA
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
69.1%

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

2590 Kelly Lake Rd, Decatur, GA 30032

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kelley Lake Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PETER CLAVER REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Barack H. Obama Elementary Magnet School of Technology (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Atlanta), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CAMBRIDGE ACADEMY (rated 6.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Decatur, see our Decatur schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Flat Shoals Elementary School Decatur 0.7 mi 4.4
Toney Elementary School Decatur 0.8 mi 5.3
McNair Middle School Decatur 0.8 mi 4.2
ST PETER CLAVER REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Decatur 1.1 mi 9.1
CAMBRIDGE ACADEMY Decatur 1.1 mi 6.0
Ronald E McNair Discover Learning Academy Elementary School Decatur 1.5 mi 4.4
DeKalb Regional Youth Detention Center Decatur 1.7 mi
JOHNSON'S LEARNING CENTER Atlanta 1.5 mi 5.0
GREENFOREST MCCALEP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Decatur 1.5 mi 6.9
Columbia Elementary School Decatur 1.5 mi 4.7
Barack H. Obama Elementary Magnet School of Technology Atlanta 1.7 mi 7.8
CHRISTINE ELIZABETH ACADEMY Atlanta 1.7 mi 4.8
Cedar Grove Middle School Decatur 2.1 mi 3.5
Wadsworth Magnet School for High Achievers Decatur 2.2 mi 8.5
Columbia High School Decatur 2.1 mi 4.0
BASIX KNOWLEDGE ACADEMY Decatur 2.1 mi 6.7
Columbia Middle School Decatur 2.2 mi 3.9
MOHAMMED SCHOOLS OF ATLANTA Atlanta 2.3 mi 6.6
Oak View Elementary Decatur 2.6 mi 4.4
Snapfinger Elementary School Decatur 2.4 mi 3.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,292

Median Home Value

$245,000

Median Rent

$1,364/mo

Population

42,812

College Educated

30%

Homeownership

57.8%

Avg Commute

32.8 min

Poverty Rate

16.5%

Median Age

39.7

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L. O. Kimberly Elementary School Atlanta, GA 5.6
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Finch Elementary Atlanta, GA 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kelley Lake Elementary School

What grades does Kelley Lake Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Kelley Lake Elementary School?

Kelley Lake Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 233 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kelley Lake Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Kelley Lake Elementary School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kelley Lake Elementary School rank in GA?

Kelley Lake Elementary School ranks #1,452 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Kelley Lake Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kelley Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Kelley Lake Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kelley Lake Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Kelley Lake Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Kelley Lake Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

100.0% of students at Kelley Lake 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
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
233
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DeKalb County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
69.1%

District

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

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