At a glance
Reported students
501
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
33
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Georgia elementary enrollment
35th percentile
Compared with 1,298 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
590
International Community School: 501 reported students.
State peer staffing position
88th percentile
15.2:1 reported; state peer median 13.4:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 443
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Student–teacher ratio
- 15.8:1
What the reported data says about International Community School
International Community School is a public elementary school serving grades KG–05 in Decatur. It is one of 129 current school records connected to DeKalb County. NCES reports 501 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,298 elementary schools in Georgia with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 580 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 35th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.2:1, above the Georgia median of 13.4:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (35.3%) and Asian (31.9%). English learners represent 42% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 2.9%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking International Community School
- 1How do the reported 15.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 33 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 42%
- Students with disabilities
- 2.9%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 95.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White20.8%
- Hispanic5.8%
- Black35.3%
- Asian31.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.6%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.4%
- Multiracial5.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in DeKalb County
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Evansdale Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
504 reported students
Chapel Hill Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
495 reported students
Huntley Hills Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
507 reported students
Shadow Rock Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
493 reported students
Murphey Candler Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
512 reported students
Briar Vista Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
482 reported students
Public schools near International Community School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel Ridge Elementary School Elementary · DeKalb County | PK–05 | 440 | 1.2 mi |
| Clairemont Elementary School Elementary · City Schools of Decatur | PK–02 | 162 | 1.4 mi |
| McLendon Elementary School Elementary · DeKalb County | PK–05 | 342 | 1.6 mi |
| Westchester Elementary School Elementary · City Schools of Decatur | PK–02 | 174 | 1.7 mi |
| Coralwood Education Center Elementary · DeKalb County | PK–KG | 218 | 1.7 mi |
| Glennwood Elementary School Elementary · City Schools of Decatur | PK–02 | 184 | 1.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about International Community School
What grades does International Community School serve?
International Community School reports grades KG–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in DeKalb County.
How many students attend International Community School?
International Community School reported 501 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 35th percentile among 1,298 Georgia elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 443 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at International Community School?
The calculated ratio is 15.2:1, based on 501 students and 33 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Georgia median for the same school level is 13.4:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is International Community School a public, charter, or magnet school?
International Community School is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of International Community School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
95.2% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is International Community School in?
International Community School is part of DeKalb County, based in Stone Mountain, GA, which operates 129 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near International Community School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Laurel Ridge Elementary School (1.2 mi), Clairemont Elementary School (1.4 mi), McLendon Elementary School (1.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.