Druid Hills High School is a high school operated by the DeKalb County School District. It is located at 1798 Haygood Drive, in the Druid Hills CDP in unincorporated DeKalb County, Georgia, United States. It serves the Druid Hills CDP and portions of the North Decatur and North Druid Hills CDPs.
Serving 1,430 students in grades 9-12, Druid Hills High School ranks in the top 50% 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 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,430 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Druid Hills High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Druid Hills High School's student population of 1,430 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
1919
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Druid Hills High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Druid Hills High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#826 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
39%
36%
White
31%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Devils
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Druid Hills High School's ranking?
Druid Hills High School is ranked #826 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Druid Hills High School often compared to?
Druid Hills High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside High School, Decatur High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Druid Hills High School?
The graduation rate of Druid Hills High School is 86%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Druid Hills High School?
1,430 students attend Druid Hills High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Druid Hills High School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Druid Hills High School?
Druid Hills High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Druid Hills High School offer ?
Druid Hills High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Druid Hills High School part of?
Druid Hills High School is part of Dekalb County School District.
In what neighborhood is Druid Hills High School located?
Druid Hills High School is located in the Druid Hills neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 3 other public schools located in Druid Hills.
School Reviews
5 8/18/2020
Great Community -> Great School Programs -> Great Leadership -> Great Teachers, Staff, and Administration -> Great Parent Involvement ---> Yield Great Students -> Great Adults. My daughter loves this school!
5 11/15/2012
This is the best school by far. This school cares about your education and you kids. They are very supportive. The kids are nice and respectful thats why i let my kid go there its amazing really it is.
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