Serving 376 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Briarlake Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Briarlake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Briarlake Elementary School's student population of 376 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Briarlake Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briarlake Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#349 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
20%
19%
Black
24%
36%
White
42%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briarlake Elementary School's ranking?
Briarlake Elementary School is ranked #349 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Briarlake Elementary School often compared to?
Briarlake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Briarlake Elementary School?
376 students attend Briarlake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Briarlake Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Briarlake Elementary School?
Briarlake Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Briarlake Elementary School offer ?
Briarlake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Briarlake Elementary School part of?
Briarlake Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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Date
Last Day of School
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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