- Doraville United Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 1,003 students
- Flat Rock Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 977 students
- Indian Creek Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 967 students
- Rockbridge Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 900 students
- Fernbank Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 895 students
- Idlewood Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 889 students
- Barack H. Obama Elementary Magnet School of Technology — Grades PK–5 · 844 students
- John Robert Lewis Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 840 students
- Austin Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 803 students
- Pleasantdale Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 794 students
- Jolly Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 790 students
- Dunwoody Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 790 students
- Stoneview Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 782 students
- Ashford Park Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 757 students
- Princeton Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 751 students
- Peachcrest Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 729 students
- Montgomery Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 728 students
- Oak View Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 685 students
- Oakcliff Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 621 students
- Allgood Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 614 students
- Dresden Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 606 students
- Hightower Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 604 students
- Stone Mill Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 601 students
- Edward L. Bouie- Sr. Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 599 students
- Montclair Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 590 students
- + 51 more elementary schools
- Sequoyah Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,713 students
- Henderson Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,367 students
- Freedom Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,272 students
- Peachtree Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,214 students
- Tucker Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,173 students
- Lithonia Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,062 students
- Chamblee Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,018 students
- Stone Mountain Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 986 students
- Druid Hills Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 985 students
- Salem Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 827 students
- Stephenson Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 788 students
- The Champion Middle Theme School — Grades 6–8 · 782 students
- McNair Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 701 students
- Cedar Grove Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 685 students
- Mary McLeod Bethune Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 655 students
- Miller Grove Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 625 students
- Redan Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 623 students
- Chapel Hill Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 614 students
- Columbia Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 571 students
- DeKalb PATH Academy Charter School — Grades 5–8 · 369 students
- Lakeside High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,234 students
- Dunwoody High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,012 students
- Chamblee High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,867 students
- Cross Keys High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,748 students
- Tucker High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,614 students
- Lithonia High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,547 students
- Druid Hills High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,468 students
- Clarkston High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,441 students
- Martin Luther King- Jr. High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,370 students
- Stephenson High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,339 students
- Stone Mountain High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,254 students
- Southwest DeKalb High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,237 students
- Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering- Medic — Grades 9–12 · 1,224 students
- Cedar Grove High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,121 students
- Miller Grove High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,073 students
- Redan High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,052 students
- Columbia High School — Grades 9–12 · 877 students
- Towers High School — Grades 9–12 · 876 students
- McNair High School — Grades 9–12 · 779 students
- Dekalb Early College Academy — Grades 9–12 · 314 students
- Elizabeth Andrews High School — Grades 10–12 · 167 students
- GLOBE Academy Charter School I — Grades K–8 · 1,093 students
- DeKalb Arts Academy — Grades K–8 · 768 students
- DeKalb Agriculture Technology and Environment School — Grades K–8 · 760 students
- Museum School Avondale Estates — Grades K–8 · 588 students
- Kittredge Magnet School — Grades 4–6 · 552 students
- DeKalb Preparatory Academy Charter — Grades K–8 · 537 students
- Tapestry Public Charter School — Grades 6–12 · 300 students
- DeKalb School of the Arts — Grades 8–12 · 298 students
- Wadsworth Magnet School for High Achievers — Grades 4–8 · 273 students
- Leadership Preparatory Academy — Grades K–8 · 268 students
- Margaret Harris Comprehensive School — Grades PK–12 · 76 students
- UHS of Laurel Heights — Grades PK–12 · 53 students
| Metric | DeKalb County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 16 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,100/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About DeKalb County School District
Families searching for schools in DeKalb, Georgia (ZIP 30083) are zoned to DeKalb County School District. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of Georgia districts on the data NCES reports. The district operates 130 schools. Check the rating breakdown and map above, and confirm your specific school assignment directly with the district — boundaries and open-enrollment rules change year to year.
Funding and Resources
According to NCES 2024–2025, DeKalb County School District spends approximately $12,100 per student per year, placing it 10% above the Georgia state average of approximately $11,000 and below the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At 130 schools serving grades Pre-K–12th, DeKalb County School District qualifies as a major metropolitan district serving students from Pre-K–12th. Major metropolitan districts operate dozens to hundreds of schools across wide geographic areas. They often include magnet schools, gifted programs, dual-language academies, and career and technical education pathways not available in smaller systems. Within-district quality variation is significant: a school two miles from your address might be rated very differently from your assigned school.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
With a rating of 6/10 (average), DeKalb County School District ranks among Georgia’s average-rated school systems. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
DeKalb County School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 30083
Children in zip code 30083 are assigned to DeKalb County School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 30083, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact DeKalb County School District at (256)638-6921 or visit www.dekalbk12.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Georgia districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Dekalb
For families considering a purchase in the Dekalb area, district assignment matters financially. Because DeKalb County School District serves zip code 30083, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 30083 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Georgia, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support DeKalb County School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 30083.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with DeKalb County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 30083 data.