Serving 2,040 students in grades 9-12, Dunwoody High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 2,040 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dunwoody High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Dunwoody High School's student population of 2,040 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,040 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dunwoody 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 Dunwoody High School is 0.70, 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
#653 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
35%
18%
Black
15%
36%
White
40%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunwoody High School's ranking?
Dunwoody High School is ranked #653 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dunwoody High School often compared to?
Dunwoody High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chamblee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dunwoody High School?
The graduation rate of Dunwoody High School is 89%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Dunwoody High School?
2,040 students attend Dunwoody High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Dunwoody High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dunwoody High School?
Dunwoody High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dunwoody High School offer ?
Dunwoody High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dunwoody High School part of?
Dunwoody High School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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