North Paulding High School is a public high school in Dallas, Georgia, United States. The school mascot is the Wolf.
Serving 3,052 students in grades 9-12, North Paulding 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 40% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: 3,052 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Paulding High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Paulding High School's student population of 3,052 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 159 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,052 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
159 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
Navy Blue, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Paulding 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 North Paulding High School is 0.59, 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
#668 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
25%
36%
White
58%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Paulding High School's ranking?
North Paulding High School is ranked #668 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are North Paulding High School often compared to?
North Paulding High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Paulding High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Paulding High School?
The graduation rate of North Paulding High School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend North Paulding High School?
3,052 students attend North Paulding High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of North Paulding High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Paulding High School?
North Paulding High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Paulding High School offer ?
North Paulding High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Paulding High School part of?
North Paulding High School is part of Paulding County School District.
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