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#890 of 2,268 schools in GA
Top 39% in state
Midvale Elementary School
Elementary School · DeKalb County
3836 Midvale Rd, Tucker, GA 30084
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#890 of 2,268
In Tucker
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#34 of 131
DeKalb County
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Midvale Elementary School
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About Midvale Elementary School
Midvale Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tucker, GA, part of DeKalb County. Midvale Elementary School serves approximately 408 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Midvale Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #890 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Midvale Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Midvale Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
36% of students at Midvale 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
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Midvale Elementary School — Students at Midvale Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 7.3/10.
How Midvale Elementary School Compares
See how Midvale Elementary 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
3836 Midvale Rd, Tucker, GA 30084
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Midvale Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Livsey Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Briarlake Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Decatur), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Graves Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Norcross), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tucker, see our Tucker schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Evansdale Elementary School Doraville | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Tucker High School Tucker | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Livsey Elementary School Tucker | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Henderson Middle School Chamblee | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Tucker Middle School Tucker | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Brockett Elementary School Tucker | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Henderson Mill Elementary School Atlanta | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Georgia Fugees Academy Charter School Decatur | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Idlewood Elementary School Tucker | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Stone Mountain Middle School Tucker | 2.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Pleasantdale Elementary School Doraville | 2.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School Atlanta | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Briarlake Elementary School Decatur | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Nesbit Elementary School Tucker | 2.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Smoke Rise Elementary School Stone Mountain | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| HEARTWOOD AGILE LEARNING CENTER SCHOOL Clarkston | 3.2 mi | 5.0 |
| SHALLOWFORD PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Atlanta | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Graves Elementary School Norcross | 3.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Dekalb Early College Academy Stone Mountain | 2.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Elizabeth Andrews High School Stone Mountain | 2.9 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30084 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,747
Median Home Value
$332,000
Median Rent
$1,617/mo
Population
38,715
College Educated
41.9%
Homeownership
66.9%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
41.7
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Allatoona Elementary School Acworth, GA | 6.9 |
| Barack and Michelle Obama Academy Atlanta, GA | 6.9 |
| Belwood Elementary School Calhoun, GA | 6.9 |
| Black's Mill Elementary School Dawsonville, GA | 6.9 |
| Commerce Primary Commerce, GA | 6.9 |
| International Community School Decatur, GA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Midvale Elementary School
What grades does Midvale Elementary School serve?
Midvale Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Midvale Elementary School?
Midvale Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Midvale Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Midvale Elementary School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Midvale Elementary School rank in GA?
Midvale Elementary School ranks #890 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Midvale Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Midvale Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Midvale Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Midvale Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Midvale Elementary School a charter school?
No, Midvale Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Midvale Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Midvale Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Midvale Elementary School?
59.6% of students at Midvale 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 408
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DeKalb County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.0%
- Phone
- (678) 874-3402
Resources & Links
District
DeKalb County- District Enrollment
- 91,398
- Schools in District
- 131
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,368
- District Rank
- #34 of 131
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