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#2 of 2,268 schools in GA

Top 1% in state

Oakhurst Elementary School

Elementary School · City Schools of Decatur

175 Mead Rd, Decatur, GA 30030

Enrollment

256

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

9.7

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#2 of 2,268

In Decatur

#1 of 40

public schools

In district

#1 of 9

City Schools of Decatur

Equity

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Oakhurst Elementary School

9.7/10

Elementary School in Decatur · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Beacon Hill Middle School

9.2/10

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9.3/10

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About Oakhurst Elementary School

Oakhurst Elementary School is a public elementary school in Decatur, GA, part of City Schools of Decatur. Oakhurst Elementary School serves approximately 256 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakhurst Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.7 out of 10 and ranks #2 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Oakhurst Elementary School show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 9.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.1
  • GA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-1.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2019
TrendDeclining
Academics9.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency87% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency87% (2019 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency87% (2019 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)74% (model expectation from 2019 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+13.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,939

Oakhurst Elementary School — Students at Oakhurst Elementary School score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

11.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA EDFACTS (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 84.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 84.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
84.5%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
84.5%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
87%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.

How Oakhurst Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.7/10
100th percentile in GA
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
12%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers

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

175 Mead Rd, Decatur, GA 30030

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oakhurst Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westchester Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Talley Street Upper Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Decatur, see our Decatur schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Beacon Hill Middle School Decatur 0.5 mi 9.2
Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School Decatur 0.6 mi 9.3
ST THOMAS MORE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Decatur 0.7 mi 6.2
Decatur High School Decatur 0.7 mi 8.5
THE HIRSCH ACADEMY Decatur 0.8 mi
GLOBAL VILLAGE PROJECT Decatur 1.0 mi
DECATUR PRESBYTERIAN CHILDREN'S COMMUNITY Decatur 1.0 mi
Winnona Park Elementary School Decatur 0.9 mi 8.6
THRESHOLD COMMUNITY PROGRAM Decatur 1.1 mi
Fernbank Elementary School Atlanta 1.2 mi 7.8
Charles Drew Charter JA/SR Academy Atlanta 1.2 mi 8.8
Westchester Elementary School Decatur 1.3 mi 9.6
Charles R. Drew Charter School Atlanta 1.3 mi 9.2
Glennwood Elementary School Decatur 1.3 mi 9.0
Clairemont Elementary School Decatur 1.4 mi 7.7
Talley Street Upper Elementary School Decatur 1.3 mi 9.5
ACADEME OF THE OAKS Decatur 1.4 mi 7.2
Fred A. Toomer Elementary School Atlanta 1.4 mi 5.6
THE MORGAN OLIVER SCHOOL Atlanta 1.4 mi 5.3
THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF ATLANTA Decatur 1.5 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,318

Median Home Value

$598,400

Median Rent

$1,683/mo

Population

31,712

College Educated

76.5%

Homeownership

62.8%

Avg Commute

26.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

40

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Fairyland Elementary School Lookout Mountain, GA 9.7
Marietta Center for Advanced Academics Marietta, GA 9.7
Westchester Elementary School Decatur, GA 9.6
Robert Shaw Theme School Scottdale, GA 9.1
Glennwood Elementary School Decatur, GA 9.0
Spalding Drive Elementary Atlanta, GA 9.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oakhurst Elementary School

What grades does Oakhurst Elementary School serve?

Oakhurst Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Oakhurst Elementary School?

Oakhurst Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 256 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakhurst Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oakhurst Elementary School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oakhurst Elementary School rank in GA?

Oakhurst Elementary School ranks #2 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Oakhurst Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oakhurst Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.7 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 Oakhurst Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakhurst Elementary School has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

Is Oakhurst Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Oakhurst Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

11.7% of students at Oakhurst 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
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
87 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
256
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
11.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DeKalb County

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