Mill Creek High School is a high school in Hoschton, Georgia, United States. It serves the unincorporated area of Hamilton Mill, Gwinnett County, a suburb of Atlanta, as well as the Gwinnett County portion of Braselton. It also serves unincorporated areas such as zip codes 30548, 30019, 30542, 30517 and 30519.
Serving 2,782 students in grades 9-12, Mill Creek High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,782 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Mill Creek High School serves the northeast part of its district in Hoschton, GA, covering an area of approximately 37.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mill Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mill Creek High School's student population of 2,782 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 164 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,782 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
164 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Motto
Hawks SOAR to Excellence
School Rankings
Mill Creek High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mill Creek High School is 0.74, which is more 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
#130 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold, Cardinal
School Mascot
Harvey The Hawk
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mill Creek High School's ranking?
Mill Creek High School is ranked #130 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mill Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Mill Creek High School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Mill Creek High School?
2,782 students attend Mill Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Mill Creek High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mill Creek High School?
Mill Creek High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mill Creek High School offer ?
Mill Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mill Creek High School part of?
Mill Creek High School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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