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Stone Mountain High School

High School · DeKalb County

4555 Central Dr, Stone Mountain, GA 30083

Enrollment

1,206

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

3.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#2,097 of 2,268

In Stone Mountain

#19 of 23

public schools

In district

#112 of 131

DeKalb County

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Stone Mountain High School

3.6/10

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About Stone Mountain High School

Stone Mountain High School is a public high school in Stone Mountain, GA, part of DeKalb County. Stone Mountain High School serves approximately 1,206 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Stone Mountain High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,097 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Stone Mountain High School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.1
  • GA avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

58% of students at Stone Mountain High 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20.5% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-23.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.3 pts
Overall Proficiency20% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
College Readiness3.4Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate68%
AP Participation2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,368
Chronic Absenteeism58.1%

Stone Mountain High School — Students at Stone Mountain High School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 27.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 42.8% (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
62%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
49%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
24%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
11%
ELA
16%
2015
Math
26%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
19%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
11%
ELA
24%
2024
Math
19%
ELA
20.5%

* 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 Stone Mountain High School Compares

See how Stone Mountain High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.6/10
8th percentile in GA
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
1.5/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
1
State avg: 3
Sports
16
8 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
67 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
58.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
2% participation·State avg: 3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics16sports offered
8 boys'·8 girls'·20 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

4555 Central Dr, Stone Mountain, GA 30083

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stone Mountain High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Dekalb Early College Academy (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Elizabeth Andrews High School (rated 4.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stone Mountain, see our Stone Mountain schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Hambrick Elementary School Stone Mountain 0.2 mi 7.3
DeKalb Alternative School Stone Mountain 0.9 mi 5.1
East DeKalb Special Education Center Stone Mountain 0.9 mi 3.2
Stone Mill Elementary School Stone Mountain 0.8 mi 4.2
DeKalb Agriculture Technology and Environment School Stone Mountain 1.0 mi 7.6
ST TIMOTHY SCHOOL Stone Mountain 1.3 mi
Rockbridge Elementary School Stone Mountain 1.5 mi 5.2
Dekalb Early College Academy Stone Mountain 1.6 mi 8.9
Elizabeth Andrews High School Stone Mountain 1.6 mi 4.8
Jolly Elementary School Clarkston 1.4 mi 4.9
Stone Mountain Middle School Tucker 1.6 mi 3.1
Idlewood Elementary School Tucker 1.7 mi 6.3
Freedom Middle School Stone Mountain 2.0 mi 4.9
The Champion Middle Theme School Stone Mountain 1.7 mi 6.6
Allgood Elementary School Stone Mountain 2.2 mi 5.8
Brockett Elementary School Tucker 2.2 mi 5.7
Stone Mountain Elementary School Stone Mountain 1.9 mi 3.3
HEARTWOOD AGILE LEARNING CENTER SCHOOL Clarkston 2.1 mi 5.0
Indian Creek Elementary School Clarkston 2.3 mi 6.8
Tucker Middle School Tucker 2.6 mi 5.3

Neighborhood 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stone Mountain High School

What grades does Stone Mountain High School serve?

Stone Mountain High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Stone Mountain High School?

Stone Mountain High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,206 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stone Mountain High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Stone Mountain High School is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stone Mountain High School rank in GA?

Stone Mountain High School ranks #2,097 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Stone Mountain High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Stone Mountain High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Stone Mountain High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stone Mountain High School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Stone Mountain High School a charter school?

No, Stone Mountain High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Stone Mountain High School a Title I school?

No, Stone Mountain High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stone Mountain High School?

91.0% of students at Stone Mountain High 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
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,206
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers (FTE)
67
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DeKalb County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
58.1%
4-Year Graduation
68.0%

District

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

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