Serving 857 students in grades 9-12, South Atlanta High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 857 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Atlanta High School's student population of 857 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
857 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Atlanta High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Atlanta High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2013 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
18%
Black
91%
36%
White
n/a
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
53%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Atlanta High School's ranking?
South Atlanta High School is ranked #2013 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Atlanta High School?
The graduation rate of South Atlanta High School is 83%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend South Atlanta High School?
857 students attend South Atlanta High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of South Atlanta High School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Atlanta High School?
South Atlanta High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Atlanta High School offer ?
South Atlanta High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Atlanta High School part of?
South Atlanta High School is part of Atlanta Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is South Atlanta High School located?
South Atlanta High School is located in the South River Gardens neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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