Serving 1,499 students in grades 9-12, Tri-cities High School ranks in the bottom 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,499 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tri-cities High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Tri-cities High School's student population of 1,499 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tri-cities 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 Tri-cities High School is 0.49, 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
#1554 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
32%
18%
Black
64%
36%
White
1%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tri-cities High School's ranking?
Tri-cities High School is ranked #1554 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Tri-cities High School often compared to?
Tri-cities High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westlake High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tri-cities High School?
The graduation rate of Tri-cities High School is 89%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Tri-cities High School?
1,499 students attend Tri-cities High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Tri-cities High School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tri-cities High School?
Tri-cities High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tri-cities High School offer ?
Tri-cities High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tri-cities High School part of?
Tri-cities High School is part of Fulton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Tri-cities High School located?
Tri-cities High School is located in the Jefferson Park neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
School Calendar
View the Tri-cities High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
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)
School Reviews
5 4/21/2008
The arts program especially musical theater at this school is phenomenal. I also love the respect the kids have at this school for the faculty. It is a great school!!!
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