Serving 1,748 students in grades 9-12, Tri-cities 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 7% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 1,748 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tri-Cities High School serves the southern part of Atlanta, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 15.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 5.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tri-cities High School's student population of 1,748 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,748 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1988
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tri-cities High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tri-cities High School is 0.46, 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
#2088 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
68%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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
87%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Red, Silver
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tri-cities High School's ranking?
Tri-cities High School is ranked #2088 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Tri-cities High School often compared to?
Tri-cities High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westlake High School, D. M. Therrell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tri-cities High School?
The graduation rate of Tri-cities High School is 87%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Tri-cities High School?
1,748 students attend Tri-cities High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Tri-cities High School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tri-cities High School?
Tri-cities High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tri-cities High School offer ?
Tri-cities High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tri-cities High School part of?
Tri-cities High School is part of Fulton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Tri-cities High School located?
Tri-cities High School is located in the Jefferson Park neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The arts program especially musical theater at this school is phenomenal. I also love the respect the kids have at this school for the faculty. It is a great school!!!
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