Serving 2,198 students in grades 9-12, Alpharetta High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,198 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alpharetta High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Alpharetta High School's student population of 2,198 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,198 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alpharetta High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alpharetta High School is 0.74, 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
#217 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
5%
Hispanic
14%
18%
Black
19%
36%
White
38%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alpharetta High School's ranking?
Alpharetta High School is ranked #217 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Alpharetta High School often compared to?
Alpharetta High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cambridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alpharetta High School?
The graduation rate of Alpharetta High School is 93%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Alpharetta High School?
2,198 students attend Alpharetta High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Alpharetta High School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alpharetta High School?
Alpharetta High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alpharetta High School offer ?
Alpharetta High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alpharetta High School part of?
Alpharetta High School is part of Fulton County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of Second Semester
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
Memorial Day (Schools Closed)
May 27, 2024 (Monday)
First Day of School
August 05, 2024 (Monday)
Labor Day (Schools Closed)
September 02, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break (Schools Closed)
October 14, 2024 (Monday)
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