Serving 2,481 students in grades 9-12, Dacula High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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.
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: 2,481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Dacula High School serves the eastern part of Dacula, GA, covering an area of approximately 29.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dacula High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dacula High School's student population of 2,481 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 145 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,481 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
145 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Classroom of Tomorrow, Today!
School Rankings
Dacula High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dacula High School is 0.68, 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
#646 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
48%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
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
86%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Gold, Old gold
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dacula High School's ranking?
Dacula High School is ranked #646 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dacula High School often compared to?
Dacula High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain View High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dacula High School?
The graduation rate of Dacula High School is 86%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Dacula High School?
2,481 students attend Dacula High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Dacula High School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dacula High School?
Dacula High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dacula High School offer ?
Dacula High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dacula High School part of?
Dacula High School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The teacher Don't about the students and WILL punish them for unfair reasons.
4 10/10/2025
Horrible school, especially if your child is special needs.
1 10/10/2025
Please don't send you kids here this is the most racist school in Gwinnett.....
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