Serving 2,498 students in grades 9-12, Dacula 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 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dacula High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Dacula High School's student population of 2,498 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 143 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
143 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dacula 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 Dacula High School is 0.68, 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
#537 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
27%
18%
Black
47%
36%
White
18%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dacula High School's ranking?
Dacula High School is ranked #537 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dacula High School often compared to?
Dacula High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain View 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 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dacula High School?
The graduation rate of Dacula High School is 89%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Dacula High School?
2,498 students attend Dacula High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Dacula High School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dacula High School?
Dacula High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dacula High School offer ?
Dacula High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dacula High School part of?
Dacula High School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
School Reviews
1 10/9/2020
Please don't send you kids here this is the most racist school in Gwinnett.....
2 3/27/2020
The teacher Don't about the students and WILL punish them for unfair reasons.
4 3/20/2020
Horrible school, especially if your child is special needs.
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