Serving 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bob Mathis 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower 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 (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bob Mathis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bob Mathis Elementary School's student population of 354 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Bob Mathis Elementary's mission is to maximize students' potential by preparing them to be academically and socially successful in a global society.
School Rankings
Bob Mathis 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 Bob Mathis Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#1678 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
85%
36%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
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)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bob Mathis Elementary School's ranking?
Bob Mathis Elementary School is ranked #1678 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Bob Mathis Elementary School often compared to?
Bob Mathis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rainbow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Bob Mathis Elementary School?
354 students attend Bob Mathis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Bob Mathis Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bob Mathis Elementary School?
Bob Mathis Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bob Mathis Elementary School offer ?
Bob Mathis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bob Mathis Elementary School part of?
Bob Mathis Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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