Serving 301 students in grades 9-12, Dekalb Early College Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dekalb Early College Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Community Size
School Overview
Dekalb Early College Academy's student population of 301 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Dekalb Early College Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dekalb Early College Academy is 0.48, 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
#44 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
70%
36%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Early College Academy's ranking?
Dekalb Early College Academy is ranked #44 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dekalb Early College Academy often compared to?
Dekalb Early College Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Decatur High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dekalb Early College Academy?
The graduation rate of Dekalb Early College Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Dekalb Early College Academy?
301 students attend Dekalb Early College Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Dekalb Early College Academy students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dekalb Early College Academy?
Dekalb Early College Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dekalb Early College Academy offer ?
Dekalb Early College Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dekalb Early College Academy part of?
Dekalb Early College Academy is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
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)
School Reviews
4 5/5/2023
School is very great! Although I think hyping it up as a big challenge is kind of an overstatement. At first, it's hard, but then you can adjust to the workflow and thrive. Overall, 4/5.
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