Serving 539 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rock Chapel 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 27% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rock Chapel Elementary School's student population of 539 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
539 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Rock Chapel Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rock Chapel Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#1559 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
88%
36%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
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)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rock Chapel Elementary School's ranking?
Rock Chapel Elementary School is ranked #1559 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Rock Chapel Elementary School often compared to?
Rock Chapel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Princeton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Rock Chapel Elementary School?
539 students attend Rock Chapel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Rock Chapel Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rock Chapel Elementary School?
Rock Chapel Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rock Chapel Elementary School offer ?
Rock Chapel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rock Chapel Elementary School part of?
Rock Chapel Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School
May 28, 2026 (Thursday)
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