Below Average
#1763 of 2,268 schools in GA
Rowland Elementary School
Elementary School · DeKalb County
1317 S Indian Creek Dr, Stone Mountain, GA 30083
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#1,763 of 2,268
In Stone Mountain
#13 of 23
public schools
In district
#74 of 131
DeKalb County
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Rowland Elementary School
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About Rowland Elementary School
Rowland Elementary School is a public elementary school in Stone Mountain, GA, part of DeKalb County. Rowland Elementary School serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Rowland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,763 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Rowland Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Rowland 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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Rowland Elementary School — Students at Rowland Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is above 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: 4.1/10.
How Rowland Elementary School Compares
See how Rowland 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
1317 S Indian Creek Dr, Stone Mountain, GA 30083
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rowland Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Robert Shaw Theme School (rated 9.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Scottdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is DeKalb Elementary School of the Arts (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Avondale Estates), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Indian Creek Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Clarkston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stone Mountain, see our Stone Mountain schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30083 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,162
Median Home Value
$221,400
Median Rent
$1,356/mo
Population
62,941
College Educated
24.9%
Homeownership
51.5%
Avg Commute
33.3 min
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Median Age
34.2
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| Crawford County Elementary Roberta, GA | 4.8 |
| Dorothy Hains Elementary School Augusta, GA | 4.8 |
| Eton Elementary School Eton, GA | 4.8 |
| Hightower Trail Elementary School Conyers, GA | 4.8 |
| MIDWAY COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Powder Springs, GA | 4.8 |
| Miller Elementary School Warner Robins, GA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rowland Elementary School
What grades does Rowland Elementary School serve?
Rowland Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Rowland Elementary School?
Rowland Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rowland Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rowland Elementary School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rowland Elementary School rank in GA?
Rowland Elementary School ranks #1,763 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Rowland Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rowland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Rowland Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rowland Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rowland Elementary School a charter school?
No, Rowland Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rowland Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Rowland Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rowland Elementary School?
100.0% of students at Rowland 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
- 392
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DeKalb County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.5%
- Phone
- (678) 676-6202
Resources & Links
District
DeKalb County- District Enrollment
- 91,398
- Schools in District
- 131
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,368
- District Rank
- #74 of 131
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