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 (26-27)
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: North Springs High School serves the northeast part of Atlanta, GA, covering an area of approximately 18.7 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.1 miles away.
- 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
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1963
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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
49%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
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
91%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy blue and orange
School Mascot
Spartans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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 84.4%.
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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