Meadowcreek High School is a public high school located in unincorporated Norcross, Georgia, United States, off I-85 and led by principal Kevin Wood. The school is part of the Gwinnett County Public Schools system.
Serving 2,640 students in grades 9-12, Meadowcreek 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 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,640 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meadowcreek High School's student population of 2,640 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 194 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,640 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
194 teachers
Year Founded
1986
Colors
White, Columbia blue, Carolina blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meadowcreek High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadowcreek High School is 0.40, which is less 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
#1822 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
76%
19%
Black
16%
36%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustang/region 7-aaaaa
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadowcreek High School's ranking?
Meadowcreek High School is ranked #1822 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Meadowcreek High School often compared to?
Meadowcreek 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Meadowcreek High School?
The graduation rate of Meadowcreek High School is 82%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Meadowcreek High School?
2,640 students attend Meadowcreek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Meadowcreek High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meadowcreek High School?
Meadowcreek High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meadowcreek High School offer ?
Meadowcreek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meadowcreek High School part of?
Meadowcreek High School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
In what neighborhood is Meadowcreek High School located?
Meadowcreek High School is located in the Gwinnett Village neighborhood of Norcross, GA. There are 5 other public schools located in Gwinnett Village.
School Reviews
5 4/27/2011
The Quality of education is high while the teachers and admin. continue to display that they actucally care about my son. (unlike other schools) The athletic dept is a program that is growing and provided a great opportunity for my son to earn a scholarship. At the very competitive schools i was encouraged to donate to the booster club for face time with the head coach. Meadowcreek is a Great School!
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