Serving 171 students in grades 3-12, Dekalb Alternative School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Graduation Rate: 11-19% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dekalb Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dekalb Alternative School's student population of 171 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
171 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Dekalb Alternative School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dekalb Alternative School is 0.31, which is less 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
#2181 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
82%
36%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
11-19%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
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 Dekalb Alternative School's ranking?
Dekalb Alternative School is ranked #2181 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dekalb Alternative School often compared to?
Dekalb Alternative Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hank Aaron New Beginnings Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dekalb Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Dekalb Alternative School is 11-19%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Dekalb Alternative School?
171 students attend Dekalb Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Dekalb Alternative School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dekalb Alternative School?
Dekalb Alternative School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dekalb Alternative School offer ?
Dekalb Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 3-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dekalb Alternative School part of?
Dekalb Alternative School is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Fall Break (Schools Closed, Administrative Offices Open)
October 14, 2025 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break (Schools Closed)
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of 1st Semester
December 19, 2025 (Friday)
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