Serving 2,459 students in grades 9-12, Denmark High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denmark High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Denmark High School's student population of 2,459 students has grown by 84% over five school years.
The teacher population of 139 teachers has grown by 67% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
139 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Denmark High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denmark High School is 0.72, 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
#213 out of 2204 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
32%
5%
Hispanic
19%
18%
Black
9%
36%
White
37%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denmark High School's ranking?
Denmark High School is ranked #213 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Denmark High School often compared to?
Denmark High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chattahoochee High School, Cambridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Denmark High School?
The graduation rate of Denmark High School is 97%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Denmark High School?
2,459 students attend Denmark High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Denmark High School students are White, 32% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Denmark High School?
Denmark High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Denmark High School offer ?
Denmark High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Denmark High School part of?
Denmark High School is part of Forsyth County School District.
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