Chamblee High School, formerly known as Chamblee Charter High School, is a public secondary school located in Chamblee, Georgia, United States. As of 2010, it serves 1512 students in grades 9–12. It is the second oldest high school of the DeKalb County School District, having opened in 1917.
Serving 1,867 students in grades 9-12, Chamblee High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,867 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Chamblee Charter High School serves the northwest part of Atlanta, GA, covering an area of approximately 13 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 3.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chamblee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chamblee High School's student population of 1,867 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,867 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1917
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chamblee High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chamblee High School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#347 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
84%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chamblee High School's ranking?
Chamblee High School is ranked #347 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Chamblee High School often compared to?
Chamblee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dunwoody High School, Lakeside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chamblee High School?
The graduation rate of Chamblee High School is 84%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Chamblee High School?
1,867 students attend Chamblee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Chamblee High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chamblee High School?
Chamblee High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chamblee High School offer ?
Chamblee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chamblee High School part of?
Chamblee High School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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