DEKALB EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY

Dekalb Early College Academy is a Title I public high school that is part of the DeKalb County school district, located in Stone Mountain, GA with about 333 students offering grade levels from 9th 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 17 teachers, Dekalb Early College Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Dekalb Early College Academy (DECA) is a specialized, dual-enrollment magnet school located in Stone Mountain, Georgia, that offers a unique educational pathway for students in the DeKalb County School District. Designed to bridge the gap between high school and higher education, the school allows students to earn both a high school diploma and up to two years of transferable college credit—or even an associate degree—simultaneously. By integrating rigorous academic coursework with a supportive collegiate environment, DECA aims to prepare its students for the demands of university-level learning while reducing the future cost and time associated with earning a college degree.

The academy emphasizes a small-learning-community model, which fosters strong mentorship between faculty and students. Because of its partnership with local colleges, students at DECA are exposed to an immersive, self-directed academic culture that encourages maturity, time management, and intellectual independence. The school is an ideal choice for motivated students who are looking for a non-traditional, accelerated high school experience that prioritizes college readiness and career preparation within a focused, cohort-based setting.

For more information, contact Dekalb Early College Academy at (678) 676-0221 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.