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Briarlake Elementary School

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Briarlake Elementary School ranks 270 th of 1219 Georgia elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Public Grades PK, KG-5

270^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 1,219 Georgia Elementary Schools

Better than 78% of Georgia elementary schools

Summary

Briarlake Elementary School in Decatur, GA, serves about 360 students in Pre-K through 5th grade within the DeKalb County School District, and it has earned a consistent 4-star rating for the past decade, ranking in the 78th percentile statewide this year.

Briarlake is a standout in math and science, especially in the upper grades. In 5th grade, 64.3% of students scored proficient in math—more than double the district average of 31.7%—and 71.5% scored proficient in science, which is more than double the district rate and 27 points above the state. The school’s math scores climb steadily from 3rd to 5th grade, a pattern not seen in most nearby schools, suggesting that Briarlake’s teaching approach really pays off as kids get older. While the most recent ELA scores aren’t available yet (they’ll be released in December), last year’s results were strong, with 75% of 4th graders proficient in reading. Briarlake also outperforms similar schools like Laurel Ridge Elementary School and Sagamore Hills Elementary School in most subjects, even though those schools serve families with similar income levels.

One of the most encouraging trends is attendance. Chronic absenteeism has dropped from 20.8% in 2022-2023 to just 12.8% now—less than half the district average of 26.7%. The school also has a favorable 10:1 student-teacher ratio and spends about $23,438 per student, which is higher than many neighbors but still delivers strong results. Boys at Briarlake rank in the 83rd percentile statewide, while girls rank in the 71st, both well above average. The school’s only nearby rival is Oak Grove Elementary School, which earns 5 stars, but Briarlake actually beat Oak Grove in 5th grade science this year. For families looking for a stable, academically strong school that’s clearly improving, Briarlake is a compelling choice.

360

Students ?

10.0

Student/teacher ratio ?

$23,438

Per pupil spending ?

37.2%

Free/discounted lunch ?

3590 Lavista Rd
Decatur, GA 30033

(678) 874-2502

District: DeKalb County

Students who attend Briarlake Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:	Henderson Middle School
High:	Lakeside High School

Racial breakdown:

White:

40.8%

African American:

25.0%

Hispanic:

18.9%

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Test scores delayed: 2026 rankings for Georgia do not yet include English Language Arts scores, which will not be released by the Georgia Department of Education until winter 2026.

At a glance

▬ Ranking trend: Holding steady — 81st percentile in 2016 → 78th in 2026

Strengths

✓Test scores above the Georgia average (60% vs 47% meeting standards)

✓Ranks in the top 22% of Georgia elementary schools

✓Among the top-ranked schools in DeKalb County

Worth a look

!Some student groups rank well below the school's overall statewide standing

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school60%

District avg34%

Georgia avg47%

270^th of 1,219

Georgia public elementary schools ?

Top 22%▼ down 3 pts since 2016

From top 19% (2016) to top 22% (2026)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

12^th of 81Elementary Schools in the DeKalb County

136^th of 201DeKalb County among Georgia districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Georgia percentile	Rating
2026	75.3	270 of 1219	77.9%	★★★★☆
2025	85.8	177 of 1238	85.7%	★★★★☆
2024	79.6	240 of 1236	80.6%	★★★★☆
2023	80.1	225 of 1223	81.6%	★★★★☆
2022	79.2	245 of 1220	79.9%	★★★★☆
2021	67.7	350 of 1214	71.2%	★★★★☆
2019	80.8	216 of 1234	82.5%	★★★★☆
2018	81.2	211 of 1209	82.5%	★★★★☆
2017	70.8	302 of 1205	74.9%	★★★★☆
2016	78.0	232 of 1233	81.2%	★★★★☆
2015	81.0	199 of 1240	84.0%	★★★★☆
2014	62.4	541 of 1231	56.1%	★★★☆☆
2013	63.9	505 of 1225	58.8%	★★★☆☆
2012	67.0	450 of 1201	62.5%	★★★☆☆
2011	75.8	286 of 1212	76.4%	★★★★☆
2010	72.0	327 of 1183	72.4%	★★★★☆
2009	69.2	352 of 1133	68.9%	★★★☆☆
2008	69.2	342 of 1134	69.8%	★★★★☆
2007	67.5	386 of 1125	65.7%	★★★☆☆
2006	71.4	329 of 1101	70.1%	★★★★☆

African American

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Georgia percentile	Rating
2025	88.1	72 of 892	91.9%	★★★★★
2023	75.3	149 of 870	82.9%	★★★★☆

Female

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Georgia percentile	Rating
2026	65.9	340 of 1186	71.3%	★★★★☆
2025	83.6	187 of 1224	84.7%	★★★★☆
2024	77.7	252 of 1223	79.4%	★★★★☆
2023	82.9	197 of 1212	83.7%	★★★★☆
2022	70.3	325 of 1206	73.1%	★★★★☆

Hispanic

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Georgia percentile	Rating
2025	46.8	282 of 583	51.6%	★★★☆☆

Male

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Georgia percentile	Rating
2026	81.5	198 of 1183	83.3%	★★★★☆
2025	85.2	168 of 1225	86.3%	★★★★☆
2024	76.4	258 of 1220	78.9%	★★★★☆
2023	74.7	280 of 1210	76.9%	★★★★☆
2022	81.9	211 of 1209	82.5%	★★★★☆

Special Education

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Georgia percentile	Rating
2025	68.4	135 of 565	76.1%	★★★★☆

White

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Georgia percentile	Rating
2025	88.6	73 of 769	90.5%	★★★★★
2024	81.0	128 of 772	83.4%	★★★★☆
2023	76.7	176 of 775	77.3%	★★★★☆
2022	79.0	154 of 779	80.2%	★★★★☆

How student groups rank statewide ? (each group's percentile vs the same group at other schools — higher is better; the +/- beside each compares the group with this school's overall percentile)

African American (2025)92nd percentile+6 vs school

White (2025)91st percentile+5 vs school

Male (2026)83rd percentile+5 vs school

Special Education (2025)76th percentile-10 vs school

Female (2026)71st percentile-7 vs school

Hispanic (2025)52nd percentile-34 vs school

By subject vs Georgia (2025-2026) ?

Science72%+27 vs state

Mathematics57%+9 vs state

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What people are saying

by a parent
Friday, August 23, 2019

caring teachers, diverse student body, parents involved and welcomed Close Quote

by a parent
Monday, July 30, 2018

Best well kept secret! I love this school! Close Quote

by a parent
Sunday, June 10, 2018

Briarlake is a great school for our two kids and a wonderful part of the community. My daughter has enjoyed being part of Signing Club, and they both enjoy the various events throughout the year. Parents and teachers seem very much engaged. Close Quote

by a parent
Friday, October 30, 2015

Briarlake Elementary is an amazing school, with wonderful teachers, staff and dedicated parent volunteers & PTA. The Briarlake community is so supportive and my daughters love their school, and so do I! Close Quote

by a parent on FaceBook
Tuesday, October 27, 2015

Great school! The teachers really care and there is awesome parent involvement. Briarlake is always striving to increase student achievement. Close Quote

by a parent
Tuesday, October 27, 2015

My fourth child is in 1st grade at Briarlake and we've had a great experience. The school is diverse and is a hearing impaired school. The community is wonderful and very involved. Close Quote

by a parent on FaceBook
Tuesday, October 27, 2015

Briarlake Elementary is located in one of the most stable desirable area's of Atlanta. The children of the school are products of this great area. The teachers, parents and administration all work very hard to make the students school experience great. Close Quote

by a parent
Thursday, August 30, 2012

Wonderful community school with excellent teachers, beautiful outdoor classroom and gardens, and technology in all of the classrooms. It houses a strong program for the hearing impaired, and I love that my children learn sign langauge as part of the program. A gem amidst a school system that is struggling. Close Quote

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				Milestones Assessment Algebra I (2026)	Milestones Assessment Mathematics (2026)						Milestones Assessment Science (2026)		Milestones Assessment Social Studies (2026)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2025)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	Milestones Assessment Algebra I End of Course	Milestones Assessment Mathematics 3rd Grade	Milestones Assessment Mathematics 4th Grade	Milestones Assessment Mathematics 5th Grade	Milestones Assessment Mathematics 6th Grade	Milestones Assessment Mathematics 7th Grade	Milestones Assessment Mathematics 8th Grade	Milestones Assessment Science 5th Grade	Milestones Assessment Science 8th Grade	Milestones Assessment Social Studies 8th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Briarlake Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	3590 Lavista Rd	Decatur	30033	DeKalb County	DeKalb County	No	No	No	No	(678) 874-2502	360	36	10.0	37.2%	147 (40.8%)	90 (25.0%)	68 (18.9%)	22 (6.1%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	32 (8.9%)	75.3	270^th of 1219 public elementary schools	77.9%		85.8	177^th of 1238 public elementary schools	85.7%	93		45.1	62.3	64.3				71.5			$23,438	$2,332	$21,106
Oak Grove Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	1857 Oak Grove Rd NE	Atlanta	30345	DeKalb County	DeKalb County	No	No	No	No	(678) 874-7402	429	35	12.2	11.0%	265 (61.8%)	58 (13.5%)	35 (8.2%)	37 (8.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	34 (7.9%)	92.5	102^nd of 1219 public elementary schools	91.6%		93.3	96^th of 1238 public elementary schools	92.2%	6		75.4	78.7	67.4				67.5			$22,986	$3,541	$19,445
Coralwood Education Center	Public	PK-K	2477 Coralwood Dr	Decatur	30033	DeKalb County	DeKalb County	No	No	No	No	(678) 874-6002	218	26	8.3	43.6%	90 (41.3%)	55 (25.2%)	27 (12.4%)	26 (11.9%)	4 (1.8%)	0 (0.0%)	16 (7.3%)								(n/a)											$74,148	$10,031	$64,117
Henderson Mill Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	2408 Henderson Mill Rd NE	Atlanta	30345	DeKalb County	DeKalb County	No	No	No	Yes	(678) 874-3102	541	40	13.5	73.0%	87 (16.1%)	134 (24.8%)	277 (51.2%)	12 (2.2%)	6 (1.1%)	1 (0.2%)	24 (4.4%)	19.1	1006^th of 1219 public elementary schools	17.5%		34.2	769^th of 1238 public elementary schools	37.9%	237		24.4	31.3	29.3				22.4			$18,576	$1,772	$16,804
GLOBE Academy Charter School I	Public, Charter	K-8	2225 Heritage Dr NE	Atlanta	30345	DeKalb County	DeKalb County	Yes	No	No	No	(404) 867-6183	1,093	85	12.8	29.6%	377 (34.5%)	339 (31.0%)	222 (20.3%)	57 (5.2%)	4 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	94 (8.6%)	58	453^rd of 1219 public elementary schools	62.8%		71.9	310^th of 1238 public elementary schools	75.0%	143	89.2	58.0	55.8	47.3	39.5	61.2	55.3	32.8	62.1	62.1	$15,034	$49	$14,985
Hawthorne Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	2535 Caladium Dr NE	Atlanta	30345	DeKalb County	DeKalb County	No	No	No	Yes	(678) 874-2802	378	40	9.4	83.1%	86 (22.8%)	90 (23.8%)	168 (44.4%)	12 (3.2%)	3 (0.8%)	0 (0.0%)	19 (5.0%)	43.9	633^rd of 1219 public elementary schools	48.1%		37.4	722^nd of 1238 public elementary schools	41.7%	89		55.5	42.1	27.1				35.5			$21,825	$1,659	$20,166
Laurel Ridge Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	1215 Balsam Dr	Decatur	30033	DeKalb County	DeKalb County	No	No	No	No	(678) 874-6902	440	36	12.2	39.5%	185 (42.0%)	94 (21.4%)	83 (18.9%)	35 (8.0%)	4 (0.9%)	1 (0.2%)	38 (8.6%)	75.5	266^th of 1219 public elementary schools	78.2%		76.1	265^th of 1238 public elementary schools	78.6%	1		63.4	63.7	49.2				55.4			$21,476	$3,462	$18,014
Sagamore Hills Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	1865 Alderbrook Rd NE	Atlanta	30345	DeKalb County	DeKalb County	No	No	No	No	(678) 874-7502	428	36	11.8	30.4%	194 (45.3%)	83 (19.4%)	95 (22.2%)	22 (5.1%)	2 (0.5%)	0 (0.0%)	32 (7.5%)	75.6	263^rd of 1219 public elementary schools	78.4%		78.2	253^rd of 1238 public elementary schools	79.6%	10		62.3	57.1	54.5				58.2			$21,180	$2,899	$18,281
Midvale Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	3836 Midvale Rd	Tucker	30084	DeKalb County	DeKalb County	No	No	No	Yes	(678) 874-3402	417	40	10.4	78.7%	104 (24.9%)	138 (33.1%)	126 (30.2%)	23 (5.5%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	25 (6.0%)	55.5	490^th of 1219 public elementary schools	59.8%		59.4	444^th of 1238 public elementary schools	64.1%	46		45.7	56.9	45.6				41.1			$24,333	$1,913	$22,420
McLendon Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	3169 Hollywood Dr	Decatur	30033	DeKalb County	DeKalb County	No	No	No	Yes	(678) 676-5902	342	31	11.0	100.0%	18 (5.3%)	199 (58.2%)	66 (19.3%)	34 (9.9%)	2 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	23 (6.7%)	16.6	1050^th of 1219 public elementary schools	13.9%		18	1031^st of 1238 public elementary schools	16.7%	19		31.7	22.0	20.5				25.6			$24,746	$2,155	$22,591

Frequently Asked Questions about Briarlake Elementary School

How many students attend Briarlake Elementary School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 360 students attended Briarlake Elementary School.

Is Briarlake Elementary School a good school?

Briarlake Elementary School ranks 270^th of 1219 Georgia elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

What district is Briarlake Elementary School in?

DeKalb County

What is the racial makeup of Briarlake Elementary School?

Students at Briarlake Elementary School are 41% White, 25% African American, 19% Hispanic, 9% Two or more races, 6% Asian.

What schools do graduates of Briarlake Elementary School attend?

Students who attend Briarlake Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Henderson Middle School
High : Lakeside High School

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