Serving 1,222 students in grades 9-12, Paul Duke Stem High School ranks in the top 20% 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 55% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 83% of the student body (majority 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: 1,222 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul Duke Stem 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
Diversity
School Overview
Paul Duke Stem High School's student population of 1,222 students has grown by 99% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,222 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paul Duke Stem High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul Duke Stem 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
#292 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
46%
18%
Black
23%
36%
White
17%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
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 Paul Duke Stem High School's ranking?
Paul Duke Stem High School is ranked #292 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paul Duke Stem High School?
The graduation rate of Paul Duke Stem High School is 88%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Paul Duke Stem High School?
1,222 students attend Paul Duke Stem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Paul Duke Stem High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paul Duke Stem High School?
Paul Duke Stem High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paul Duke Stem High School offer ?
Paul Duke Stem High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Paul Duke Stem High School part of?
Paul Duke Stem High School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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