Serving 1,194 students in grades 9-12, Paul Duke Stem High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (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 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,194 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul Duke Stem High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Paul Duke Stem High School's student population of 1,194 students has grown by 94% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 72% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paul Duke Stem 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 Paul Duke Stem High School is 0.69, which is less 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
#1295 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
47%
18%
Black
23%
36%
White
17%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
52%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul Duke Stem High School's ranking?
Paul Duke Stem High School is ranked #1295 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Paul Duke Stem High School?
The graduation rate of Paul Duke Stem High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Paul Duke Stem High School?
1,194 students attend Paul Duke Stem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Paul Duke Stem High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paul Duke Stem High School?
Paul Duke Stem High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paul Duke Stem High School offer ?
Paul Duke Stem High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Paul Duke Stem High School part of?
Paul Duke Stem High School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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