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7 schools in Ellenwood

Georgia · Public K-12

Public K-12 education in Ellenwood reaches 5,374 students across 7 schools, with a level mix of 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high.

7-year change in Ellenwood

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
5,002
+2,536 (+103%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
6
+2 (+50%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
1%
was 1%
% Hispanic
14%
was 5%
% Black
79%
was 92%
% Asian
4%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Cedar Grove Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-05531
Cedar Grove High SchoolHigh09-121,121
East Clayton Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-05641
Morrow High SchoolHigh09-122,077
Utopian Academy for the Arts Charter SchoolMiddle06-08372
Utopian Academy for the Arts Elementary SchoolElementaryKG-05317
Utopian Academy for the Arts Middle SchoolMiddle06-08315

About Ellenwood

Ellenwood is an average-sized Georgia city in terms of public-school footprint, with 7 schools and 5,374 students total.

In terms of grade levels, the city covers 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high.

Over the past 7-year window. Total public-school enrollment in Ellenwood has climbed 103% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 2,466 students to 5,002. Ellenwood now counts 6 public schools, up from 4 in SY 2017-18. The Black share of public-school enrollment shrank from 92% to 79%.

Within the allk12 community for this area, the community for Ellenwood discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Ellenwood?
Ellenwood, Georgia has 7 public K-12 schools serving approximately 5,374 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Ellenwood?
Ellenwood has 3 elementary, 2 middle, 2 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Ellenwood?
Morrow High School is the largest public school in Ellenwood by enrollment, with approximately 2,077 students.
What school districts serve Ellenwood?
Ellenwood is served by 3 public school districts, including DeKalb County, Clayton County, State Specialty Schools I- Utopian Academy for the Arts Char.
What grade levels do public schools in Ellenwood cover?
Public schools in Ellenwood serve students from pre-K through grade 12.
Are there charter schools in Ellenwood?
2 of the 7 public schools in Ellenwood are charter schools.