Serving 2,695 students in grades 9-12, Collins Hill High School ranks in the top 30% 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 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 84% of the student body (majority Black and 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: 2,695 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Collins Hill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Collins Hill High School's student population of 2,695 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 153 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,695 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
153 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Collins Hill High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Collins Hill High School is 0.74, 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
#512 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
33%
18%
Black
34%
36%
White
16%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Collins Hill High School's ranking?
Collins Hill High School is ranked #512 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Collins Hill High School?
The graduation rate of Collins Hill High School is 82%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Collins Hill High School?
2,695 students attend Collins Hill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Collins Hill High School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Collins Hill High School?
Collins Hill High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Collins Hill High School offer ?
Collins Hill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Collins Hill High School part of?
Collins Hill High School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
School Reviews
5 5/21/2012
My son and daughter both go there. They were in private schools before and we feared the transition to public school. Collins Hill has made it so easy for. The staff and teachers have been amazing. They can walk home and do at times. It really is a great school.
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