Archer High School is a public high school near Lawrenceville, Georgia, United States. It is operated by Gwinnett County Public Schools. It is named after Gwinnett County teacher and coach Benjamin Vernon Archer. The school officially opened on Monday, August 10, 2009, with enrollment topping 1,200 students.
Serving 3,058 students in grades 9-12, Archer High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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: 3,058 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Archer High School serves the eastern part of Lawrenceville, GA, covering an attendance area of approximately 39.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge located about 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Archer High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Archer High School's student population of 3,058 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 155 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,058 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
155 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Rankings
Archer 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 Archer High School is 0.62, 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
#267 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
57%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Archer High School's ranking?
Archer High School is ranked #267 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Archer High School often compared to?
Archer High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grayson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Archer High School?
The graduation rate of Archer High School is 90%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Archer High School?
3,058 students attend Archer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Archer High School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Archer High School?
Archer High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Archer High School offer ?
Archer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Archer High School part of?
Archer High School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
School Reviews
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