INTERNATIONAL STUDENT CENTER

International Student Center is a Title I public middle school that is part of the DeKalb County school district, located in Decatur, GA with about 234 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th 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 48 teachers, International Student Center 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.

Based on the address provided, the **International Student Center** in Decatur, Georgia, is a specialized educational facility operated by the **DeKalb County School District**. It serves as the primary intake and assessment hub for families who are new to the district and speak a language other than English at home. The center plays a vital role in ensuring that immigrant and refugee students are appropriately placed within the school system by evaluating their English language proficiency and academic background.

Beyond initial assessments, the center acts as a bridge between the school district and international families. It provides essential resources to help newcomers navigate the American educational system, offering support services to ensure that students are placed in the correct grade levels and receive the necessary English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) support. By centralizing these intake services, the center helps the district maintain consistent educational standards while fostering an inclusive environment for a diverse student population.

For more information, contact International Student Center at (678) 676-6602 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.