North Springs High School is a public high school located in Sandy Springs, Georgia, United States. It is the only magnet school in the Fulton County School System that offers both arts and sciences.
Serving 1,195 students in grades 9-12, North Springs High School ranks in the top 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 34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,195 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Springs High School's student population of 1,195 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,195 students
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Year Founded
1963
Colors
Navy blue and orange
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Springs High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Springs High School is 0.66, which is less 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
#868 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
26%
20%
Black
49%
36%
White
18%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Springs High School's ranking?
North Springs High School is ranked #868 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are North Springs High School often compared to?
North Springs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverwood International Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Springs High School?
The graduation rate of North Springs High School is 91%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend North Springs High School?
1,195 students attend North Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of North Springs High School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Springs High School?
North Springs High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Springs High School offer ?
North Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Springs High School part of?
North Springs High School is part of Fulton County School District.
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