Peachtree Ridge High School is a public high school in unincorporated Suwanee, Georgia, United States. It is a part of Gwinnett County Public Schools.
Serving 3,304 students in grades 9-12, Peachtree Ridge 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 57% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 88% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,304 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peachtree Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Peachtree Ridge High School's student population of 3,304 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 182 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
182 teachers
Year Founded
2003
Colors
Red, Royal blue
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
The Standard of Excellence
School Rankings
Peachtree Ridge 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 Peachtree Ridge High School is 0.75, which is more 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
#330 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
27%
5%
Hispanic
26%
19%
Black
31%
36%
White
12%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
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: Lions
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peachtree Ridge High School's ranking?
Peachtree Ridge High School is ranked #330 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Peachtree Ridge High School often compared to?
Peachtree Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Gwinnett High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Peachtree Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Peachtree Ridge High School is 90%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Peachtree Ridge High School?
3,304 students attend Peachtree Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Peachtree Ridge High School students are Black, 27% of students are Asian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peachtree Ridge High School?
Peachtree Ridge High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Peachtree Ridge High School offer ?
Peachtree Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peachtree Ridge High School part of?
Peachtree Ridge High School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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