Serving 910 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Idlewood Elementary 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 23% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower 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 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 910 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idlewood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Idlewood Elementary School's student population of 910 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
910 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Idlewood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idlewood Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#1568 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
76%
36%
White
4%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idlewood Elementary School's ranking?
Idlewood Elementary School is ranked #1568 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Idlewood Elementary School often compared to?
Idlewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brockett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Idlewood Elementary School?
910 students attend Idlewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Idlewood Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idlewood Elementary School?
Idlewood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idlewood Elementary School offer ?
Idlewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Idlewood Elementary School part of?
Idlewood Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
School Reviews
5 2/28/2022
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