Below Average
#1751 of 2,268 schools in GA
Booker T. Washington High School
High School · Atlanta Public Schools
45 Whitehouse Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30314
Enrollment
859
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
859
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#1,751 of 2,268
In Atlanta
#106 of 136
public schools
In district
#62 of 86
Atlanta Public Schools
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Booker T. Washington High School
High School in Atlanta · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Booker T. Washington High School
Booker T. Washington High School is a public high school in Atlanta, GA, part of Atlanta Public Schools. Booker T.
Washington High School serves approximately 859 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Booker T. Washington High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,751 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Booker T. Washington High School show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.4
- GA avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Booker T. Washington High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
70% of students at Booker T. Washington High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Booker T. Washington High School — Students at Booker T. Washington High School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)
Based on 20 test records from GA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Booker T. Washington High School Compares
See how Booker T. Washington High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
45 Whitehouse Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30314
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Booker T. Washington High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BRIGHT FUTURES ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE HOWARD SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kipp Atlanta Collegiate Charter School (rated 6.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| M. A. Jones Elementary School Atlanta | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| KIPP WAYS Academy Charter School Atlanta | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Kipp WAYS Primary Charter School Atlanta | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy Atlanta | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| BRIGHT FUTURES ACADEMY Atlanta | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| KIPP Strive Primary Charter School Atlanta | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Kipp Strive Charter School Atlanta | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| THE LIFE SCHOOL OF ATLANTA Atlanta | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Herman J. Russell West End Academy Atlanta | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| F. L. Stanton Elementary School Atlanta | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School Atlanta | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Woodson Park Academy School Atlanta | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Charles L. Gideons Elementary School Atlanta | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Tuskegee Airman Global Academy Atlanta | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Centennial Place Academy (Charter) Atlanta | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Kipp Atlanta Collegiate Charter School Atlanta | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| ALPHABET HOUSE Atlanta | 1.8 mi | — |
| Finch Elementary Atlanta | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| THE HOWARD SCHOOL Atlanta | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| John Lewis Invictus Academy Atlanta | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30314 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,870
Median Home Value
$210,300
Median Rent
$991/mo
Population
23,594
College Educated
29.8%
Homeownership
42.1%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
38.1%
Median Age
29.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carver High School Columbus, GA | 5.0 |
| Cobb Horizon High School Atlanta, GA | 5.0 |
| Frederick Douglass High School Atlanta, GA | 5.0 |
| MARIST SCHOOL Atlanta, GA | 5.0 |
| Marion County Middle/High School Buena Vista, GA | 5.0 |
| South Atlanta High School Atlanta, GA | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Booker T. Washington High School
What grades does Booker T. Washington High School serve?
Booker T. Washington High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Booker T. Washington High School?
Booker T. Washington High School has an enrollment of approximately 859 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Booker T. Washington High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Booker T. Washington High School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Booker T. Washington High School rank in GA?
Booker T. Washington High School ranks #1,751 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Booker T. Washington High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Booker T. Washington High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Booker T. Washington High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Booker T. Washington High School has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
Is Booker T. Washington High School a charter school?
No, Booker T. Washington High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Booker T. Washington High School a Title I school?
No, Booker T. Washington High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Booker T. Washington High School?
97.6% of students at Booker T. Washington High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 859
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fulton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.8%
- Phone
- (404) 802-4600
- 4-Year Graduation
- 82.0%
Resources & Links
District
Atlanta Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 49,660
- Schools in District
- 87
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,046
- District Rank
- #62 of 86
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