Serving 1,224 students in grades 9-12, Arabia Mountain High School - Academy Of Engineering- Medic 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 31% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arabia Mountain High School - Academy of Engineering serves a large attendance zone that covers the entire school district in Lithonia, GA, encompassing approximately 259.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 13.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 25.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arabia Mountain High School - Academy Of Engineering- Medic ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Arabia Mountain High School - Academy Of Engineering- Medic's student population of 1,224 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,224 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arabia Mountain High School - Academy Of Engineering- Medic 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 Arabia Mountain High School - Academy Of Engineering- Medic is 0.12, 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
#717 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Black
94%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥99%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arabia Mountain High School - Academy Of Engineering- Medic's ranking?
Arabia Mountain High School - Academy Of Engineering- Medic is ranked #717 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arabia Mountain High School - Academy Of Engineering- Medic?
The graduation rate of Arabia Mountain High School - Academy Of Engineering- Medic is 99%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Arabia Mountain High School - Academy Of Engineering- Medic?
1,224 students attend Arabia Mountain High School - Academy Of Engineering- Medic.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Arabia Mountain High School - Academy Of Engineering- Medic students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arabia Mountain High School - Academy Of Engineering- Medic?
Arabia Mountain High School - Academy Of Engineering- Medic has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arabia Mountain High School - Academy Of Engineering- Medic offer ?
Arabia Mountain High School - Academy Of Engineering- Medic offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arabia Mountain High School - Academy Of Engineering- Medic part of?
Arabia Mountain High School - Academy Of Engineering- Medic is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
We have a 100% graduation rate. Our students graduate college and career ready. All of our students maintain a 2.5 GPA (minimum) and all of our valedictorians and salutatorians have a GPA higher than 4.0. Our CCRPI score leads the region and is among the top five in the district. Our parents are all parent volunteers by choice and by design.
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