Leslie J. Steele Elementary School serves 262 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 was equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
262 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
95%
36%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Dekalb County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Leslie J. Steele Elementary School?
262 students attend Leslie J. Steele Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Leslie J. Steele Elementary School students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leslie J. Steele Elementary School?
Leslie J. Steele Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leslie J. Steele Elementary School offer ?
Leslie J. Steele Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Leslie J. Steele Elementary School part of?
Leslie J. Steele Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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