DEKALB ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL

DeKalb Alternative School is a Title I public high school that is part of the DeKalb County school district, located in Stone Mountain, GA with about 151 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 37 teachers, DeKalb Alternative School has a student/teacher ratio of about 4:1. 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.

The DeKalb Alternative School, located at 5855 Memorial Drive in Stone Mountain, Georgia, serves as a specialized educational facility within the DeKalb County School District. Designed as an intervention-based program, the school provides an alternative learning environment for students who have faced challenges in traditional school settings, including those dealing with behavioral issues, disciplinary actions, or those needing a non-traditional path to graduation. The institution focuses on providing a structured environment where students can continue their academic progress while receiving targeted support to address the factors that led to their referral.

The school’s curriculum is typically aligned with the district’s core educational standards, but it is delivered through a more flexible approach tailored to the specific needs of its student body. By emphasizing restorative practices, academic remediation, and social-emotional growth, the DeKalb Alternative School aims to help students regain academic credits, improve their behavioral standing, and eventually transition back into their home schools or successfully work toward their high school diploma. The facility serves as a vital resource for the district in maintaining a safe, inclusive, and productive educational atmosphere for all students.

For more information, contact DeKalb Alternative School at (678) 676-2302 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.