Serving 1,206 students in grades 9-12, Stone Mountain 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 11% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower 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 98% 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: 1,206 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stone Mountain High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Stone Mountain High School's student population of 1,206 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Pirate
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Colors
White, Red
School Rankings
Stone Mountain 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 Stone Mountain 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
#1813 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
71%
36%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
74%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
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 Stone Mountain High School's ranking?
Stone Mountain High School is ranked #1813 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Stone Mountain High School often compared to?
Stone Mountain High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martin Luther King- Jr. High School, Miller Grove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stone Mountain High School?
The graduation rate of Stone Mountain High School is 74%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Stone Mountain High School?
1,206 students attend Stone Mountain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Stone Mountain High School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stone Mountain High School?
Stone Mountain High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stone Mountain High School offer ?
Stone Mountain High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stone Mountain High School part of?
Stone Mountain High School is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Reviews
5 11/16/2015
I think this school is getting better especially this year , more order and everything. I honestly do recommend this school , people think just because of the pass issues its a bad school . But it is bettering year by year .
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