Peachcrest Elementary School

Peachcrest Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5
1530 Joy Ln,  Decatur, GA
Dekalb County Schools
2.5
660 Students
C-
Niche Grade
Peachcrest Elementary School is located on Joy Lane in the Belvedere Park neighborhood of Decatur. This public elementary school serves around 850 students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade and half of the school’s faculty has at least 10 years of teaching experience. The overall goal at Peachcrest Elementary is to utilize the efforts of students, faculty, parents and community members to enhance academic, social and emotional growth through a meaningful curriculum aligned with Georgia Performance Standards. With an educational approach that maximizes the learning process and improves critical thinking skills, the school also offers a computerized reading incentive program called Accelerated Reader, the Communities in Schools program to increase parent involvement, and funding that helps with the acquisition of new equipment for students and teachers. There are also a variety of clubs available to students, such as the Reading Bowl, Spelling Bee, BETA Club, bird club, tutoring, band, chorus, strings, art and Spanish. Additionally, the school offers extended support to students and parents through a daily after-school program. At Peachcrest Elementary School, students receive a quality education and a lifelong love for learning.

School Details

Head of School
Sheila Nelloms
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Math Proficiency
8%
Reading Proficiency
15%

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
C
Teachers
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

Niche grades and rankings are calculated using dozens of public data sets and millions of reviews. Niche data scientists and user researchers rigorously analyze data and user opinions to assess the key aspects of K-12 Schools, Colleges, and Places to Live. Every month, millions of students and families use the Niche grades and report cards to find the right school or neighborhood.

Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
15%
Math Proficiency
8%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
49
Full Time Teachers
49
Teachers in First or Second Year
14.1%

GreatSchools Rating

2
Test Scores
1
Equity
5
Student Progress
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology

GreatSchools Rating Details

Test Scores

Math
1.4%
State Average
15.6%
Science
1.1%
State Average
10.6%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
305:1

Student Diversity

Male
56.3%
Female
43.7%
Black
83.3%
Hispanic
5.6%
Two or more races
4.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.4%
White
2.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
2.5 2 Reviews
4.0 parent
3/17/2020
great and very efficient handles problems right away communication is great between parent and teacher.
Read Full Review
1.0 parent
3/22/2019
F- ....I don't know why it's considered a school
Read Full Review
See Reviews on GreatSchools

Agents Specializing in Attendance Zone

  • Pat Peyer

    Pat Peyer

    Keller Williams Realty

    (844) 852-7634

    121 Total Sales

    5 in Attendance Zone

    $195K - $383K Price Range

    Pat Peyer
     Section Image
  • Steve Boyce

    Steve Boyce

    Boyce Real Estate Group, LLC.

    (678) 866-0665

    63 Total Sales

    1 in Attendance Zone

    $280,000 Price

    Steve Boyce
     Section Image
  • Jeff Raw

    Jeff Raw

    Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta

    (470) 264-7372

    88 Total Sales

    3 in Attendance Zone

    $250K - $425K Price Range

    Jeff Raw
     Section Image
  • Rockey Fields

    Rockey Fields

    Compass

    (888) 835-2922

    144 Total Sales

    2 in Attendance Zone

    $250K - $335K Price Range

    Rockey Fields
     Section Image
  • Vj Fairley

    Vj Fairley

    Fairley Realty LLC

    (844) 604-9211

    55 Total Sales

    1 in Attendance Zone

    $305,000 Price

    Vj Fairley
     Section Image
  • Joel Roberts

    Joel Roberts

    Keller Williams Rlty, First Atlanta

    (470) 447-0278

    164 Total Sales

    1 in Attendance Zone

    $255,000 Price

    Joel Roberts
     Section Image
See All Agents

Map

Attendance Zone

Homes for Sale

See Homes

Homes for Rent

See All Homes For Rent

Additional Schools in the Area

Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools
Choice Schools

Choice schools may not serve this home. Please check the school district website to see all schools serving this home.

Parks in this Area

Georgia DeKalb County Decatur 30032
Peachcrest Elementary School

Peachcrest Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Decatur, GA, in the Belvedere Park neighborhood, and is served by the Dekalb County Schools in Georgia. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 660 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 8% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 15% are proficient in reading. Peachcrest Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C- and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $825,183. Discover additional schools in the area, like Towers High School, Columbia High School, DeKalb School of the Arts, and more. Learn more about what Decatur has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Peachcrest Elementary School.

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
Nearby Homes
Pat Peyer
Pat Peyer
Keller Williams Realty
Agent experienced in this area
Section Image