Paul Duke STEM High School is a senior high school located on Peachtree Industrial Boulevard in Norcross, Georgia. It is a part of Gwinnett County Public Schools. The school's mascot is the Road runner. Its attendance boundary coincides with that of Norcross High School.
Serving 1,386 students in grades 9-12, Paul Duke Stem High School ranks in the top 20% 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 55% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% 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: 1,386 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul Duke Stem 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
Diversity
School Overview
Paul Duke Stem High School's student population of 1,386 students has grown by 125% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 87% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Year Founded
2018
Colors
White, Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Paul Duke Stem High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul Duke Stem High School is 0.69, 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
#292 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
48%
19%
Black
23%
36%
White
16%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trailblazer
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul Duke Stem High School's ranking?
Paul Duke Stem High School is ranked #292 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paul Duke Stem High School?
The graduation rate of Paul Duke Stem High School is 88%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Paul Duke Stem High School?
1,386 students attend Paul Duke Stem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Paul Duke Stem High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paul Duke Stem High School?
Paul Duke Stem High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paul Duke Stem High School offer ?
Paul Duke Stem High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul Duke Stem High School part of?
Paul Duke Stem High School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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