Since 1958 Oak Grove Elementary has educated the children of Atlanta, providing quality lessons structured to turn young pupils into lifelong learners. With over 400 attendees and an exceptionally high ratio of teachers to students, this Pre-K to 5th school is the first educator for many children in the Briarcliff area.
The school boasts high annual retention of its faculty, making the staff exceptionally familiar with the ins and outs of the campus and its most successful practices. As a STEM school, Oak Grove employs scientific teaching methods to give its students a solid grounding in practical skills, preparing them for their future education.
Even as an elementary school, Oak Grove provides gifted services, providing special care to identify and nurture gifted individuals. Boasting Cognia certification, Oak Grove offers high caliber education to all students regardless of means or background.
Oak Grove Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-5
1857 Oak Grove Rd NE,
Atlanta, GA
Dekalb County Schools
School Details
Head of School
Lynda Mauborgne
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Math Proficiency
77%
Reading Proficiency
77%
Niche Grade
A-
B
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
77%
Math Proficiency
77%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
33
Full Time Teachers
33
Teachers in First or Second Year
4.8%
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
36.9%
State Average
15.6%
Science
40.6%
State Average
10.6%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
213:1
Student Diversity
Male
57.5%
Female
42.5%
White
60.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
13.2%
Black
11.2%
Hispanic
8.2%
Two or more races
6.8%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
10/6/2015
Teachers have been very receptive for both of our children and keeping them challenged.
GreatSchools Reviews
9/30/2025
i used to go to this school it helped so much the teacher were kind and i was always exited to come to school and never felt endangered
3/24/2025
Here are some updated data with regard to how the students at Oak Grove ES are doing. Currently the average class size is approximately 50-55 students. For the former Oak Grove ES students that recently graduated high school in 2023, there were 5 students that qualified as semifinalists in the Natio...
11/22/2020
OGE is highly under rated. If you look at our test scores we are a 9 out of 10. Even though it is a Growth over Proficiency school. However this website includes other insignificant categories that drag the numbers down. My experience is that the staff is using solid learning tools and that they do...
11/19/2020
Oak Grove Elementary is a great school in a neighborhood with predominantly college educated and professional families. The teachers and administration genuinely care about the children and the combination of good schools with supportive and motivated families result in real learning with test score...
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Oak Grove Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Atlanta, GA and is served by the Dekalb County Schools in Georgia. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 368 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 77% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 77% are proficient in reading. Oak Grove Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. Discover additional schools in the area, like Lakeside High School, Margaret Harris Comprehensive School, Druid Hills High School, and more. Learn more about what Atlanta has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Oak Grove Elementary School.