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Toney Elementary School

Elementary School · DeKalb County

2701 Oakland Ter, Decatur, GA 30032

Enrollment

226

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,565 of 2,268

In Decatur

#23 of 40

public schools

In district

#63 of 131

DeKalb County

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Toney Elementary School

5.3/10

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

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About Toney Elementary School

Toney Elementary School is a public elementary school in Decatur, GA, part of DeKalb County. Toney Elementary School serves approximately 226 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Toney Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,565 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Toney Elementary School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • GA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Toney Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

49% of students at Toney 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 Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.3% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.3% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-22.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-23.5 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-1.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,368
Chronic Absenteeism49.1%

Toney Elementary School — Students at Toney Elementary School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 26.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 34.4% (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
53%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
51%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2024
Math
19.3%
ELA
18.3%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Toney Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
31th percentile in GA
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
49.1%

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

2701 Oakland Ter, Decatur, GA 30032

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Toney Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PETER CLAVER REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF ATLANTA (rated 8.4/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CAMBRIDGE ACADEMY (rated 6.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Decatur, see our Decatur schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Kelley Lake Elementary School Decatur 0.8 mi 5.6
ST PETER CLAVER REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Decatur 0.8 mi 9.1
McNair Middle School Decatur 1.2 mi 4.2
Wadsworth Magnet School for High Achievers Decatur 1.4 mi 8.5
Flat Shoals Elementary School Decatur 1.5 mi 4.4
Columbia Elementary School Decatur 1.3 mi 4.7
GREENFOREST MCCALEP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Decatur 1.5 mi 6.9
Columbia High School Decatur 1.6 mi 4.0
Ronald E McNair Discover Learning Academy Elementary School Decatur 1.6 mi 4.4
CAMBRIDGE ACADEMY Decatur 1.8 mi 6.0
Snapfinger Elementary School Decatur 1.8 mi 3.3
THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF ATLANTA Decatur 2.4 mi 8.4
DeKalb School of the Arts Avondale Estates 2.3 mi 9.2
JOHNSON'S LEARNING CENTER Atlanta 2.1 mi 5.0
DeKalb Regional Youth Detention Center Decatur 2.5 mi
THE HIRSCH ACADEMY Decatur 2.5 mi
MOHAMMED SCHOOLS OF ATLANTA Atlanta 2.2 mi 6.6
Charles Drew Charter JA/SR Academy Atlanta 2.3 mi 8.8
BASIX KNOWLEDGE ACADEMY Decatur 2.4 mi 6.7
CHRISTINE ELIZABETH ACADEMY Atlanta 2.4 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,292

Median Home Value

$245,000

Median Rent

$1,364/mo

Population

42,812

College Educated

30%

Homeownership

57.8%

Avg Commute

32.8 min

Poverty Rate

16.5%

Median Age

39.7

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Glanton Elementary Grantville, GA 5.3
ST PETER THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Savannah, GA 5.3
Emma Hutchinson Elementary School Atlanta, GA 5.2
F. L. Stanton Elementary School Atlanta, GA 5.2
Webster County Elementary/Middle School Preston, GA 5.1
West Town Elementary School Albany, GA 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Toney Elementary School

What grades does Toney Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Toney Elementary School?

Toney Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 226 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Toney Elementary School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Toney Elementary School rank in GA?

Toney Elementary School ranks #1,565 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Toney Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Toney Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Toney Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Toney Elementary School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Toney Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Toney Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

100.0% of students at Toney 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
58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DeKalb County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
49.1%

District

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

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