About City Schools of Decatur

  • City Schools of Decatur is an independent public school district that serves all the children and youth within the four-square-mile area of Decatur, Georgia. An urban town of approximately 20,000 residents, the City of Decatur is a historic city of homes, schools, and places of worship with a thriving business community located east of downtown Atlanta. Decatur offers a traditional small-town atmosphere – and the sophistication and excitement of a college town – along with all the benefits of living in a major metropolitan area.
  • Schools We have ten schools and one virtual academy: one Early Childhood Learning Center, five K-2 primary lower elementary schools, two 3rd-5th grade upper elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school.
  • Teachers Our teachers are among the finest professionals in the field. Over 70% of our teachers hold advanced degrees, most have multiple years of classroom experience, and a number of them hold multiple certifications. The average years of experience among teachers across our district is 13 years.
  • Student Enrollment We have a total enrollment of approximately 5,700 students.
  • Student Achievement CSD has a graduation rate of 94.1%! Our students perform above the state and national averages on standardized tests at all grade levels. Each year City Schools of Decatur has ranked in the top ten districts in Georgia for SAT performance. Decatur High School has been named an AP Challenge and AP Merit school in Georgia.
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