Oak Grove Elementary School

429 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Oak Grove Elementary School, located in the North Decatur/Atlanta area, is a highly regarded public school serving students in grades PK–5 as part of the DeKalb County School District. Known for its strong academic reputation and deep roots in the community, the school emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum that balances rigorous core instruction with a focus on student well-being and social development. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where faculty, staff, and families collaborate closely to ensure each child reaches their full potential.

Beyond the classroom, Oak Grove is recognized for its active PTA and a wide range of extracurricular opportunities that help enrich the student experience. The school community is often noted for its high level of parental involvement, which contributes to the vibrant, neighborhood-focused atmosphere that defines the campus. With a commitment to innovation and academic excellence, Oak Grove Elementary remains a cornerstone of the local community, preparing students for success as they transition to middle school and beyond.

429

Total Students

35.0

Full-Time Teachers

12.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

11.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Oak Grove Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	265
Hispanic	35
Black	58
Asian	37
Two or More	34

White
265 (61.8%)
Black
58 (13.5%)
Asian
37 (8.6%)
Hispanic
35 (8.2%)
Two or More
34 (7.9%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	DeKalb County
Phone:	(678)874-7402
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	429
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	35.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	38
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	9

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 43

Kindergarten 64

Grade 1 81

Grade 2 73

Grade 3 67

Grade 4 48

Grade 5 53

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Oak Grove Elementary School
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	43
Kindergarten	64
Grade 1	81
Grade 2	73
Grade 3	67
Grade 4	48
Grade 5	53

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Oak Grove Elementary School
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	183	42.7%
Male	246	57.3%

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