Below Average
#1877 of 2,268 schools in GA
Oak View Elementary
Elementary School · DeKalb County
3574 Oakvale Rd, Decatur, GA 30034
Enrollment
701
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
701
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#1,877 of 2,268
In Decatur
#30 of 40
public schools
In district
#84 of 131
DeKalb County
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Oak View Elementary
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About Oak View Elementary
Oak View Elementary is a public elementary school in Decatur, GA, part of DeKalb County. Oak View Elementary serves approximately 701 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,877 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Oak View Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Oak View Elementary 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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Oak View Elementary — Students at Oak View Elementary score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
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: 5.0/10.
How Oak View Elementary Compares
See how Oak View Elementary 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
3574 Oakvale Rd, Decatur, GA 30034
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oak View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Barack H. Obama Elementary Magnet School of Technology (rated 7.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Atlanta), which scores notably higher. Another option is Narvie Harris Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CAMBRIDGE ACADEMY (rated 6.0/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Decatur, see our Decatur schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOKE MCNEAL ACADEMY Decatur | 0.7 mi | — |
| DeKalb Regional Youth Detention Center Decatur | 0.9 mi | — |
| Columbia Middle School Decatur | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Cedar Grove High School Ellenwood | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| BASIX KNOWLEDGE ACADEMY Decatur | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Cedar Grove Middle School Decatur | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Cedar Grove Elementary School Ellenwood | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Bob Mathis Elementary School Decatur | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Flat Shoals Elementary School Decatur | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| GREENFOREST MCCALEP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Decatur | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Barack H. Obama Elementary Magnet School of Technology Atlanta | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Kelley Lake Elementary School Decatur | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| THE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS OF ANOINTED WORD Ellenwood | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Columbia Elementary School Decatur | 2.8 mi | 4.7 |
| CAMBRIDGE ACADEMY Decatur | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| CHRISTINE ELIZABETH ACADEMY Atlanta | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Narvie Harris Elementary School Decatur | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Toney Elementary School Decatur | 3.3 mi | 5.3 |
| McNair Middle School Decatur | 3.2 mi | 4.2 |
| JOHNSON'S LEARNING CENTER Atlanta | 3.1 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,551
Median Home Value
$228,200
Median Rent
$1,427/mo
Population
41,823
College Educated
29.2%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Median Age
42.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Auburn Elementary School Auburn, GA | 4.4 |
| Ben Hill County Primary School Fitzgerald, GA | 4.4 |
| Callaway Elementary School Jonesboro, GA | 4.4 |
| Early County Elementary School Blakely, GA | 4.4 |
| Flat Shoals Elementary School Decatur, GA | 4.4 |
| Kilpatrick Elementary School Jonesboro, GA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oak View Elementary
What grades does Oak View Elementary serve?
Oak View Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Oak View Elementary?
Oak View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 701 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Oak View Elementary is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oak View Elementary rank in GA?
Oak View Elementary ranks #1,877 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Oak View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Oak View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Oak View Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak View Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Oak View Elementary a charter school?
No, Oak View Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oak View Elementary a Title I school?
No, Oak View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oak View Elementary?
100.0% of students at Oak View Elementary 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
- 701
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DeKalb County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.4%
- Phone
- (678) 875-1302
Resources & Links
District
DeKalb County- District Enrollment
- 91,398
- Schools in District
- 131
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,368
- District Rank
- #84 of 131
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