North Atlanta High School is a comprehensive public high school of approximately 2300 students in the Paces neighborhood of the Buckhead community of Atlanta, Georgia, United States. The school is a part of Atlanta Public Schools.
Serving 2,368 students in grades 9-12, North Atlanta High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: North Atlanta High School serves the northern part of its school district in Atlanta, GA, covering an area of approximately 36.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a driving time of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 3.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Atlanta High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Atlanta High School's student population of 2,368 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 144 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,368 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
144 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1991
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Atlanta High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Atlanta High School is 0.71, which is less 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
#354 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
38%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-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 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Warrior
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Atlanta High School's ranking?
North Atlanta High School is ranked #354 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are North Atlanta High School often compared to?
North Atlanta High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midtown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Atlanta High School?
The graduation rate of North Atlanta High School is 94%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend North Atlanta High School?
2,368 students attend North Atlanta High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of North Atlanta High School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Atlanta High School?
North Atlanta High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Atlanta High School offer ?
North Atlanta High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Atlanta High School part of?
North Atlanta High School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is North Atlanta High School located?
North Atlanta High School is located in the Paces neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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