Serving 2,856 students in grades 9-12, Discovery 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 15% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,856 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Discovery High School's student population of 2,856 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 164 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,856 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
164 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Discovery 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 Discovery High School is 0.63, 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
#1704 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
50%
18%
Black
34%
36%
White
5%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery High School's ranking?
Discovery High School is ranked #1704 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Discovery High School often compared to?
Discovery High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Gwinnett High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Discovery High School?
The graduation rate of Discovery High School is 78%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Discovery High School?
2,856 students attend Discovery High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Discovery High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Discovery High School?
Discovery High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Discovery High School offer ?
Discovery High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Discovery High School part of?
Discovery High School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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