Pleasantdale Elementary School

3680 Pleasantdale Rd
Doraville, GA 30340

794 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Pleasantdale Elementary School is a public school located in Doraville, Georgia, serving students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade as part of the DeKalb County School District. The school is known for its diverse student body and a commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth and character development. With a dedicated faculty and staff, Pleasantdale focuses on implementing a rigorous curriculum while providing extracurricular opportunities that encourage students to explore their interests in arts, sports, and community engagement.

Beyond its academic offerings, Pleasantdale Elementary places a strong emphasis on family and community involvement. The school actively collaborates with parents and local organizations to create a well-rounded educational experience, ensuring that students have access to the resources and guidance necessary for success. By prioritizing a collaborative school culture and a focus on inclusivity, Pleasantdale strives to prepare its young learners for the challenges of middle school and beyond, establishing a solid foundation for lifelong learning.

794

Total Students

56.0

Full-Time Teachers

14.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

86.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Pleasantdale Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	34
Hispanic	542
Black	163
Asian	19
Two or More	23
American Indian	11
Pacific Islander	2

Hispanic
542 (68.3%)
Black
163 (20.5%)
White
34 (4.3%)
Two or More
23 (2.9%)
Asian
19 (2.4%)
American Indian
11 (1.4%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.3%)

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)874-3502
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	794
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	56.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	685
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* 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 52

Kindergarten 123

Grade 1 146

Grade 2 143

Grade 3 115

Grade 4 94

Grade 5 121