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Pine Ridge Elementary School

Elementary School · DeKalb County

750 Pine Ridge Dr, Stone Mountain, GA 30087

Enrollment

599

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

3.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#2,122 of 2,268

In Stone Mountain

#20 of 23

public schools

In district

#117 of 131

DeKalb County

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Pine Ridge Elementary School

3.5/10

Elementary School in Stone Mountain · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pine Ridge Elementary School

Pine Ridge Elementary School is a public elementary school in Stone Mountain, GA, part of DeKalb County. Pine Ridge Elementary School serves approximately 599 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Pine Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,122 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Pine Ridge Elementary School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.4 pts below district
  • This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.9
  • GA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at Pine Ridge 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-5.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.7% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-26.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.1 pts
Overall Proficiency20% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-1.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment3.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,368
Chronic Absenteeism38.1%

Pine Ridge Elementary School — Students at Pine Ridge Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

97%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 34.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 42.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
71%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
13%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
14%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
19%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
15%
2024
Math
16%
ELA
24.7%

* 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: 2.6/10.

How Pine Ridge Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.5/10
7th percentile in GA
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
97%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.1%

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

750 Pine Ridge Dr, Stone Mountain, GA 30087

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pine Ridge Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wynbrooke Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Annistown Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Snellville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Eldridge L. Miller Elementary School (rated 4.9/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stone Mountain, see our Stone Mountain schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Stephenson High School Stone Mountain 0.3 mi 4.0
Stephenson Middle School Stone Mountain 0.3 mi 4.2
Princeton Elementary School Lithonia 0.9 mi 4.1
Wynbrooke Elementary School Stone Mountain 1.1 mi 7.8
Shadow Rock Elementary School Lithonia 1.5 mi 3.9
Redan Elementary School Lithonia 2.1 mi 4.1
MILLER'S MILITARY ACADEMY Lithonia 2.5 mi 6.8
THE WHITAKER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lithonia 2.7 mi
Rock Chapel Elementary School Lithonia 2.5 mi 4.1
Redan Middle School Lithonia 3.1 mi 4.2
Lithonia High School Lithonia 3.4 mi 3.4
Marbut Elementary School Lithonia 3.5 mi 4.7
THRIVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Stone Mountain 3.9 mi 4.0
Eldridge L. Miller Elementary School Stone Mountain 3.4 mi 4.9
Lithonia Middle School Lithonia 4.1 mi 3.0
Redan High School Stone Mountain 3.5 mi 3.3
Annistown Elementary School Snellville 3.6 mi 7.2
THE SHEPHERD'S ACADEMY Snellville 3.6 mi 6.4
The Champion Middle Theme School Stone Mountain 3.7 mi 6.6
Stone Mountain Elementary School Stone Mountain 3.9 mi 3.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30087 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,484

Median Home Value

$312,200

Median Rent

$1,778/mo

Population

37,570

College Educated

45.2%

Homeownership

84.8%

Avg Commute

36.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

44.9

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Martin Luther King- Jr. Elementary School Albany, GA 3.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pine Ridge Elementary School

What grades does Pine Ridge Elementary School serve?

Pine Ridge Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Pine Ridge Elementary School?

Pine Ridge Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 599 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pine Ridge Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pine Ridge Elementary School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pine Ridge Elementary School rank in GA?

Pine Ridge Elementary School ranks #2,122 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Pine Ridge Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pine Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Pine Ridge Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pine Ridge Elementary School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Pine Ridge Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Pine Ridge Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

97.0% of students at Pine Ridge 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
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
10 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
599
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DeKalb County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.1%

District

DeKalb County
District Enrollment
91,398
Schools in District
131
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,368
District Rank
#117 of 131

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