Serving 1,776 students in grades 9-12, Chamblee High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,776 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chamblee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Chamblee High School's student population of 1,776 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,776 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chamblee High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chamblee 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
#398 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
32%
18%
Black
19%
36%
White
33%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chamblee High School's ranking?
Chamblee High School is ranked #398 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Chamblee High School often compared to?
Chamblee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dunwoody High School, Lakeside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chamblee High School?
The graduation rate of Chamblee High School is 86%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Chamblee High School?
1,776 students attend Chamblee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Chamblee High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chamblee High School?
Chamblee High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chamblee High School offer ?
Chamblee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Chamblee High School part of?
Chamblee High School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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