JOLLY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jolly Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the DeKalb County school district, located in Clarkston, GA with about 814 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 57 teachers, Jolly Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Jolly Elementary School is a public school located in Clarkston, Georgia, serving a diverse student population within the DeKalb County School District. Situated in a community known for its high level of cultural and linguistic diversity, the school is noted for its inclusive environment that supports students from various backgrounds. The academic programs at Jolly Elementary are designed to meet the needs of a wide range of learners, often emphasizing foundational literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development to ensure students are prepared for middle school transitions.

The school benefits from being part of a vibrant, tight-knit community, frequently engaging families through various outreach efforts and school-wide events. Like many schools in the DeKalb County area, Jolly Elementary focuses on fostering a collaborative atmosphere where teachers and staff strive to provide equitable learning opportunities. Its location on Otello Avenue places it in the heart of Clarkston, allowing the school to serve as a central hub for neighborhood engagement and a cornerstone for early educational development in the region.

For more information, contact Jolly Elementary School at (678) 676-5802 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.