OAKHURST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Oakhurst Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the City Schools of Decatur school district, located in Decatur, GA with about 544 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 3rd Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 35 teachers, Oakhurst Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Oakhurst Elementary School, located in the vibrant community of Decatur, Georgia, is a highly regarded institution that serves as a cornerstone of the City Schools of Decatur district. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and student-centered learning, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to education that encourages intellectual curiosity, social-emotional development, and community engagement. By fostering an inclusive and supportive environment, Oakhurst strives to meet the unique needs of its diverse student population while maintaining high standards of achievement.
Beyond the classroom, Oakhurst is well-known for its strong sense of community and the active participation of families and local residents. The school integrates the unique culture of the Oakhurst neighborhood into its identity, often utilizing the surrounding area to enhance project-based learning experiences. With a dedicated faculty and a focus on collaborative teaching practices, Oakhurst Elementary consistently works to prepare its students not only for middle school success but to become responsible, thoughtful citizens in a global society.
For more information, contact Oakhurst Elementary School at (404) 370-4470 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 370-4470
OAKHURST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Decatur, GA with about 544 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Georgia
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- City Schools of Decatur
- Total Students:
- 544
- Teachers:
- 35.2
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 544 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending OAKHURST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 74% of the student body.
- White
- 73.9%
- Black or African American
- 10.8%
- Two or more races
- 8.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.9%
- Asian
- 2.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 49.4%
- Male
- 50.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.