Central Gwinnett High School serves 2,378 students in grades 9-12.
Central Gwinnett High School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,378 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Gwinnett High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Central Gwinnett High School's student population of 2,378 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 145 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
145 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Gwinnett High School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Central Gwinnett High School is 0.67, 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
#1625 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
37%
18%
Black
43%
36%
White
11%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Gwinnett High School's ranking?
Central Gwinnett High School is ranked #1625 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Gwinnett High School?
The graduation rate of Central Gwinnett High School is 79%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Central Gwinnett High School?
2,378 students attend Central Gwinnett High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Central Gwinnett High School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Gwinnett High School?
Central Gwinnett High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Gwinnett High School offer ?
Central Gwinnett High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Central Gwinnett High School part of?
Central Gwinnett High School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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