Below Average
#1908 of 2,268 schools in GA
Margaret Harris Comprehensive School
School · DeKalb County
1634 Knob Hill Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30329
Enrollment
76
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
76
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#1,908 of 2,268
In Atlanta
#116 of 136
public schools
In district
#89 of 131
DeKalb County
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Margaret Harris Comprehensive School
Margaret Harris Comprehensive School is a public school in Atlanta, GA, part of DeKalb County. Margaret Harris Comprehensive School serves approximately 76 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Margaret Harris Comprehensive School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,908 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Margaret Harris Comprehensive School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- GA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 76 students, Margaret Harris Comprehensive School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.1:1 students to teachers, Margaret Harris Comprehensive School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
59% of students at Margaret Harris Comprehensive 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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Margaret Harris Comprehensive School — Students at Margaret Harris Comprehensive School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores GA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 2.2/10.
How Margaret Harris Comprehensive School Compares
See how Margaret Harris Comprehensive 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
1634 Knob Hill Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30329
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Margaret Harris Comprehensive School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Oak Grove Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kittredge Magnet School (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MIDTOWN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Atlanta | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| ATLANTA MONTESSORI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Atlanta | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| CAPSTONE ACADEMY ATLANTA Atlanta | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| YESHIVA OHR YISRAEL OF ATLANTA Atlanta | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Kittredge Magnet School Atlanta | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| ANNUNCIATION DAY SCHOOL Atlanta | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| CLIFF VALLEY SCHOOL Atlanta | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| TEMIMA, THE RICHARD AND JEAN KATZ HIGH SCHOOL FOR Atlanta | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| TORAH DAY SCHOOL OF ATLANTA Atlanta | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| MIDTOWN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Atlanta | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Sagamore Hills Elementary School Atlanta | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Montclair Elementary School Brookhaven | 1.3 mi | 2.5 |
| Woodward Elementary School Brookhaven | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Cross Keys High School Brookhaven | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| MORAH CAROLS PLACE Atlanta | 1.5 mi | — |
| Briar Vista Elementary School Atlanta | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| BEN FRANKLIN ACADEMY Atlanta | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Oak Grove Elementary School Atlanta | 1.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Coralwood Education Center Decatur | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| John Robert Lewis Elementary School Brookhaven | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30329 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,968
Median Home Value
$483,700
Median Rent
$1,748/mo
Population
27,022
College Educated
59.5%
Homeownership
27.3%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
30.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| E.B.L.A. H.S. ACADEMY Milledgeville, GA | 4.2 |
| Oakland Meadow School Lawrenceville, GA | 4.4 |
| WAR HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dawsonville, GA | 4.5 |
| MONROE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Monroe, GA | 4.6 |
| SKA ACADEMY OF ART AND DESIGN/ SABAH KINDER ART Duluth, GA | 4.0 |
| WAYNESBORO MENNONITE SCHOOL Waynesboro, GA | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Margaret Harris Comprehensive School
What grades does Margaret Harris Comprehensive School serve?
Margaret Harris Comprehensive School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Margaret Harris Comprehensive School?
Margaret Harris Comprehensive School has an enrollment of approximately 76 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Margaret Harris Comprehensive School?
The student-teacher ratio at Margaret Harris Comprehensive School is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Margaret Harris Comprehensive School rank in GA?
Margaret Harris Comprehensive School ranks #1,908 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Margaret Harris Comprehensive School's MySchoolScout rating?
Margaret Harris Comprehensive School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Margaret Harris Comprehensive School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Margaret Harris Comprehensive School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Margaret Harris Comprehensive School a charter school?
No, Margaret Harris Comprehensive School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Margaret Harris Comprehensive School a Title I school?
No, Margaret Harris Comprehensive School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Margaret Harris Comprehensive School?
84.2% of students at Margaret Harris Comprehensive 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 76
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DeKalb County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.2%
- Phone
- (678) 874-7002
Resources & Links
District
DeKalb County- District Enrollment
- 91,398
- Schools in District
- 131
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,368
- District Rank
- #89 of 131
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