Serving 1,340 students in grades 9-12, Druid Hills High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Druid Hills High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Druid Hills High School's student population of 1,340 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Druid Hills High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Druid Hills High School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1625 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
14%
18%
Black
41%
36%
White
32%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Druid Hills High School's ranking?
Druid Hills High School is ranked #1625 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Druid Hills High School often compared to?
Druid Hills High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Decatur High School, Lakeside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Druid Hills High School?
The graduation rate of Druid Hills High School is 87%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Druid Hills High School?
1,340 students attend Druid Hills High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Druid Hills High School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Druid Hills High School?
Druid Hills High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Druid Hills High School offer ?
Druid Hills High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Druid Hills High School part of?
Druid Hills High School is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Calendar
View the Druid Hills High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Break (Schools Closed)
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of School (2nd Semester)
May 22, 2024 (Wednesday)
School Reviews
5 8/18/2020
Great Community -> Great School Programs -> Great Leadership -> Great Teachers, Staff, and Administration -> Great Parent Involvement ---> Yield Great Students -> Great Adults. My daughter loves this school!
5 11/15/2012
This is the best school by far. This school cares about your education and you kids. They are very supportive. The kids are nice and respectful thats why i let my kid go there its amazing really it is.
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