In ‘15, DeKalb shows nearly double-digit gains in graduation rate

DeKalb County school officials say programs implemented at schools — including one using transition specialists to keep tabs on students at risk of failing — are largely responsible for a graduation rate increase of more than 10 percentage points since 2013.

“We are headed in the right direction with improved graduation rates because of our laser focus on student achievement,” Superintendent Steve Green said. “Much more work needs and will be done to ensure our students are ready for career and college opportunities.”