Serving 2,116 students in grades 9-12, Paulding County High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,116 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paulding County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Paulding County High School's student population of 2,116 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,116 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paulding County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paulding County High School is 0.65, 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
#1058 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
35%
36%
White
46%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paulding County High School's ranking?
Paulding County High School is ranked #1058 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Paulding County High School often compared to?
Paulding County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Paulding High School, North Paulding High School, Hiram High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paulding County High School?
The graduation rate of Paulding County High School is 87%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Paulding County High School?
2,116 students attend Paulding County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Paulding County High School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paulding County High School?
Paulding County High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paulding County High School offer ?
Paulding County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Paulding County High School part of?
Paulding County High School is part of Paulding County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Early Release
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
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