Laurel Ridge Elementary School

Laurel Ridge Elementary School serves 440 students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Decatur, Georgia, consistently ranking in the top 25% of elementary schools statewide. With a student-teacher ratio of 11.9:1 across 37 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides a supportive learning environment where students receive individualized attention. Academically, Laurel Ridge demonstrates solid performance with 52% of students achieving proficient or above in English Language Arts and 53% in mathematics.

The school earned a 7.4 out of 10 rating and ranks #525 out of 2,271 Georgia elementary schools, placing it in the 77th percentile statewide. This strong academic foundation reflects both effective teaching practices and the engaged school community. The school draws families from DeKalb County's 30033 ZIP code area, where the median household income reaches $105,260 and home values average $401,000.

With 70% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a low poverty rate of 7.6%, the community strongly values education and actively supports student achievement. Located on Balsam Drive in a large suburban setting, Laurel Ridge Elementary benefits from being part of an established, education-focused neighborhood that provides students with both academic opportunities and community stability.