Serving 1,911 students in grades 9-12, South Paulding High School ranks in the bottom 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 24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower 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 37% 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: 1,911 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Paulding High School's student population of 1,911 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,911 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Paulding High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Paulding High School is 0.54, 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
#1325 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
24%
36%
White
63%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Paulding High School's ranking?
South Paulding High School is ranked #1325 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are South Paulding High School often compared to?
South Paulding High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Paulding High School, Paulding County High School, East Paulding High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Paulding High School?
The graduation rate of South Paulding High School is 91%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend South Paulding High School?
1,911 students attend South Paulding High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of South Paulding High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Paulding High School?
South Paulding High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Paulding High School offer ?
South Paulding High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Paulding High School part of?
South Paulding High School is part of Paulding County School District.
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