Clairemont Elementary School

clairemont.csdecatur.net

162 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 2nd

School Overview

Clairemont Elementary School is a prominent public school located in the Oakhurst neighborhood of Decatur, Georgia. Serving students in grades Pre-K through 3rd grade, the school is part of the City Schools of Decatur district, which is highly regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and community-focused learning. Clairemont is known for its inclusive and nurturing environment, emphasizing a holistic approach to education that balances rigorous classroom instruction with social-emotional development.

The school benefits from strong community involvement and a dedicated parent-teacher organization that supports various enrichment programs and school-wide events. Its location in Decatur allows it to leverage the district’s resources and high standards, fostering a collaborative atmosphere where teachers, staff, and families work closely together. With its historic charm and focus on small-class dynamics, Clairemont Elementary remains a staple of the local community, preparing young learners for success as they transition through the district’s foundational grade levels.

162

Total Students

16.5

Full-Time Teachers

9.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

32.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Clairemont Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	59
Hispanic	11
Black	58
Asian	15
Two or More	19

White
59 (36.4%)
Black
58 (35.8%)
Two or More
19 (11.7%)
Asian
15 (9.3%)
Hispanic
11 (6.8%)

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:	City Schools of Decatur
Phone:	(404)370-4450
Website:	http://clairemont.csdecatur.net
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 2nd
Total Students:	162
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	16.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	9.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	51
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	1

* 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 18

Kindergarten 40

Grade 1 45

Grade 2 59