Midtown High School, formerly Henry W. Grady High School, is a public high school located in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. It began as Boys High School and was one of the first two high schools established by Atlanta Public Schools in 1872.
Serving 1,658 students in grades 9-12, Midtown High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,658 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midtown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Midtown High School's student population of 1,658 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,658 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Year Founded
1872
Colors
Grey, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Midtown High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midtown High School is 0.65, 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
#217 out of 2204 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
36%
36%
White
47%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knight
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midtown High School's ranking?
Midtown High School is ranked #217 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Midtown High School often compared to?
Midtown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Atlanta High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Midtown High School?
The graduation rate of Midtown High School is 86%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Midtown High School?
1,658 students attend Midtown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Midtown High School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Midtown High School?
Midtown High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Midtown High School offer ?
Midtown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Midtown High School part of?
Midtown High School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Midtown High School located?
Midtown High School is located in the Midtown Atlanta neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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