Wadsworth Magnet School for High Achievers

Wadsworth Magnet School for High Achievers

Public Middle School | Grade 4-7
3039 Santa Monica Dr,  Decatur, GA
Dekalb County Schools
4.2
4.1
265 Students
B+
Niche Grade
Wadsworth Magnet School for High Achievers is located on Santa Monica Drive in the center of the Belvedere Park neighborhood in Decatur, Georgia. This public magnet school serves students in fourth through sixth grade and offers an enriched version of the elementary and middle school curriculum in Dekalb County Schools with a program designed to enable students to be creative, life-long learners who excel to reach their individual potential. Students are taught to take responsibility for their own learning while being supported by teachers, parents, stakeholders, business partners and various community members. The school’s Principal Advisory Council brings teachers, parents, counselors, students and Wadsworth community members together in order to create a space for understanding each other’s perspectives and sharing ideas for increasing student achievement and performance. Wadsworth Magnet School for High Achievers is a well-decorated school and has garnered a number of accolades over the years. In 2014, it was one of only eight public schools in Georgia to be recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School. Other achievements include being an AdvancED STEM Certified School, ranking number one in the district for college readiness in 2015 and receiving a National Beta School of Distinction award.

School Details

Head of School
Cornellia Crum
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Math Proficiency
92%
Reading Proficiency
95%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
B
Teachers
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
95%
Math Proficiency
92%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
14
Full Time Teachers
14
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.1%

GreatSchools Rating

10
Test Scores
10
Equity
10
Student Progress
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Test Scores

Math
55.8%
State Average
15.6%
Science
44.3%
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
251:1

Student Diversity

Female
53.1%
Male
46.9%
Black
84.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.1%
White
4.1%
Hispanic
3.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
2%
Two or more races
2%

School Rankings

#1 Niche Standout MS in Georgia
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 15 Reviews
5.0
4/15/2025
This is the best school experience I've ever had. I love the way the teachers interact with their students. The family engagement in the school is outstanding. I also love the way the teachers always try to better yourself and learn from your mistakes. The diversity is so well balanced that everyone respects others' religions and tries to better understand. There's rarely any fights and overall a great experience compared to other middle schools.
5.0
8/18/2023
My overall experience is actually pretty decent for a school with elementary and middle school in it. In such a small environment the staff are able to maintain these students effortlessly and in a caring manner. I say way to go for them and I hope my last year is just as amazing from the last 4!
5.0 Parent
4/23/2019
Wadsworth has been an awesome experience for my child. We are so happy we chose this school. Small nurturing environment, amazing teachers, and rigorous academics are just a few of the reasons we love Wadsworth!!
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4.1 28 Reviews
5.0 student
4/15/2025
My true rating is 4.5-ish stars. This school is overall a good place for students. Of course there are many other people that will disagree or agree with me, and they are rightfully entitled to their own opinion. Students in this school are at the least interested in the material being taught. Teach...
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4.0 student
4/15/2025
I'm an 8th grader and Wadsworth is an amazing choice for 7th and 8th. During my time here, 4th, 5th and 6th grade were okay. There were a lot more activities and things going on in the school that weren't straight academics such as pep rallys, dances, parties, etc. However, our performance then was...
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5.0 student
4/15/2025
Wadsworth Magnet is a great school! I have been here for the past four years and my overall experience with this school has been amazing! The staff is very kind, encouraging, and supportive and you can tell that they are dedicated to making sure the students perform well during the school year. Some...
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4.0 student
4/15/2025
I've been here for 5 years (4th-8th grade ) and honestly the learning experience is good, the students have great test scores, and the teachers have their own unique way of teaching. Some teachers do not respect some students as actual people, it is a lot of work due in a short period of time, but I...
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Wadsworth Magnet School for High Achievers

Wadsworth Magnet School for High Achievers is a public school for students in grades 4-7 in Decatur, GA, in the Belvedere Park neighborhood, and is served by the Dekalb County Schools in Georgia. The school has a total enrollment of 265 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 92% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 95% are proficient in reading. Wadsworth Magnet School for High Achievers has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $825,391. Discover additional schools in the area, like Columbia High School, Towers 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 Wadsworth Magnet School for High Achievers.

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