Serving 2,363 students in grades 9-12, Hillgrove High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,363 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillgrove High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Hillgrove High School's student population of 2,363 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hillgrove 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 Hillgrove High School is 0.69, 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
#151 out of 2204 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
15%
18%
Black
35%
36%
White
41%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillgrove High School's ranking?
Hillgrove High School is ranked #151 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Hillgrove High School often compared to?
Hillgrove High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harrison High School, Allatoona High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hillgrove High School?
The graduation rate of Hillgrove High School is 96%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Hillgrove High School?
2,363 students attend Hillgrove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Hillgrove High School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillgrove High School?
Hillgrove High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hillgrove High School offer ?
Hillgrove High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hillgrove High School part of?
Hillgrove High School is part of Cobb County School District.
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