Serving 2,588 students in grades 9-12, South Gwinnett 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 24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,588 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Gwinnett High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
South Gwinnett High School's student population of 2,588 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 158 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Mascot
Comet
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
158 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Colors
Grey, Navy Blue
School Rankings
South Gwinnett High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Gwinnett High School is 0.47, 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
#1325 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
70%
36%
White
4%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 South Gwinnett High School's ranking?
South Gwinnett High School is ranked #1325 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are South Gwinnett High School often compared to?
South Gwinnett High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shiloh High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Gwinnett High School?
The graduation rate of South Gwinnett High School is 80%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend South Gwinnett High School?
2,588 students attend South Gwinnett High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of South Gwinnett High School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Gwinnett High School?
South Gwinnett High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Gwinnett High School offer ?
South Gwinnett High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Gwinnett High School part of?
South Gwinnett High School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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