Scottdale, Georgia facts for kids
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Scottdale, Georgia
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Steel LLC fabrication facility in Scottdale
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Location in DeKalb County and the state of Georgia
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 Scottdale, Georgia
Location in Metro Atlanta
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| Country | United States |
| State | Georgia |
| County | DeKalb |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.33 sq mi (8.64 km2) |
| • Land | 3.33 sq mi (8.62 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,030 ft (314 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 10,698 |
| • Density | 3,215.51/sq mi (1,241.53/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
30079
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| Area code(s) | 404 |
| FIPS code | 13-69392 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0332993 |
Scottdale is a special kind of place in DeKalb County, Georgia, United States. It's called an unincorporated community and a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's a recognized area with a name, but it doesn't have its own city government. Instead, the county government handles its services. In 2020, about 10,698 people lived there.
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Scottdale's Story: A Look at Its Past
Scottdale gets its name from Colonel George Washington Scott. He started the Scottdale Cotton Mill in the late 1800s. Colonel Scott also helped a school for girls that later became Agnes Scott College.
The Scottdale Cotton Mill was a big part of the community. It included the mill itself and homes for the workers nearby. The company even had its own baseball team from the 1920s to the 1940s! The mill closed in 1982. Many workers then found new jobs in the greater Atlanta area.
A kind person named Tobie Grant gave land to African-Americans who needed homes and jobs. This created a community known as Tobie Grant. It still provides housing for low-income African Americans today. Oak Forest Apartments also opened in 1968 with a similar goal.
The main shopping and business area in Scottdale is along East Ponce de Leon Avenue. This road goes right through the middle of the community. You can find Your DeKalb Farmers Market, antique shops, and industrial buildings there. Steel LLC has a large factory in Scottdale that makes and sells steel. Work began in 2007 to improve East Ponce de Leon Avenue.
Where is Scottdale? Exploring Its Location
Scottdale is located at 33°47′40″N 84°15′44″W / 33.79444°N 84.26222°W. It's between the cities of Decatur and Clarkston. The main road running through it is East Ponce de Leon Avenue.
- To the north, you'll find the Stone Mountain Freeway.
- The eastern edge is bordered by Interstate 285.
- The western side is generally near DeKalb Industrial Way.
- The southern border is close to the city limits of Avondale Estates.
The ZIP code for Scottdale is 30079. The United States Census Bureau says Scottdale covers about 3.5 square miles (8.6 square kilometers) of land.
Who Lives in Scottdale? A Look at Its People
Scottdale was first counted as a census-designated place in the 1980 U.S. census. A census is a count of all the people living in an area. This helps us understand how communities grow and change.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1980 | 8,770 | — | |
| 1990 | 8,636 | −1.5% | |
| 2000 | 9,803 | 13.5% | |
| 2010 | 10,631 | 8.4% | |
| 2020 | 10,698 | 0.6% | |
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The table below shows the different groups of people living in Scottdale, based on the 2020 census.
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 3,552 | 33.2% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 3,908 | 36.53% |
| Native American | 37 | 0.35% |
| Asian | 1,902 | 17.78% |
| Other/Mixed | 519 | 4.85% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 780 | 7.29% |
In 2020, there were 10,698 people living in Scottdale. These people lived in 4,321 households, and 2,277 of these were families.
Schools in Scottdale: Learning and Growing
Scottdale is home to several schools that serve the community.
- Avondale Middle School is located at 3131 Old Rockbridge Rd.
- Robert Shaw Theme Elementary School is at 385 Glendale Rd.
- Hamilton High School (Scottdale, Georgia) and Robert Shaw Elementary School, both in DeKalb County, closed in 1969.
- Avondale High School at 1192 Clarendon Avenue closed in 2011. It was then changed into a campus just for performance arts.
- Students also attend Druid Hills High School in nearby Decatur, Georgia.
Fun Places and Parks: Enjoying the Outdoors
Scottdale has several parks and recreation areas where people can have fun and relax.
- Cedar Park: This three-acre park at 3165 Cedar St. has a field for many sports, a basketball court, and a playground. It also has a picnic area.
- Hamilton Recreation Center & Park: Located at 3262 Chapel St., this eight-acre park offers a softball field, a football field, and a recreation center. There's also a playground for kids.
- Needham Park: You can find this green space park at McLendon Dr. & East Ponce de Leon Ave.
- Tobie Grant Park, Pool & Recreation Center provides more options for outdoor activities and swimming.
See also
In Spanish: Scottdale (Georgia) para niños
