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Druid Hills High School

High School · DeKalb County

1798 Haygood Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30307

Enrollment

1,430

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

6.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,198 of 2,268

In Atlanta

#71 of 136

public schools

In district

#47 of 131

DeKalb County

Academic growth

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Druid Hills High School

6.2/10

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About Druid Hills High School

Druid Hills High School is a public high school in Atlanta, GA, part of DeKalb County. Druid Hills High School serves approximately 1,430 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Druid Hills High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,198 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Druid Hills High School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • GA avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Druid Hills 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.

37% of students at Druid Hills 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16.6% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.8% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-25.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-21.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
College Readiness8.3Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation21%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,368
Chronic Absenteeism36.6%

Druid Hills High School — Students at Druid Hills High School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 39.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 55.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
43%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
33%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
16.6%
ELA
45.8%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Druid Hills High School Compares

See how Druid Hills High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
47th percentile in GA
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 3
Sports
21
10 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
92 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered IB Programme
21% participation·State avg: 3 AP courses·93 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
10 boys'·11 girls'·28 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1798 Haygood Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30307

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Druid Hills High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Decatur High School (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Decatur), which scores notably higher. Another option is BEN FRANKLIN ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, YESHIVA OHR YISRAEL OF ATLANTA (rated 6.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
GLENN SCHOOL Atlanta 0.5 mi
BEN FRANKLIN ACADEMY Atlanta 0.6 mi 6.9
Westchester Elementary School Decatur 0.9 mi 9.6
Fernbank Elementary School Atlanta 1.0 mi 7.8
TORAH DAY SCHOOL OF ATLANTA Atlanta 1.5 mi 5.4
Clairemont Elementary School Decatur 1.3 mi 7.7
ST THOMAS MORE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Decatur 1.5 mi 6.2
THRESHOLD COMMUNITY PROGRAM Decatur 1.4 mi
TEMIMA, THE RICHARD AND JEAN KATZ HIGH SCHOOL FOR Atlanta 1.7 mi 6.6
HESS ACADEMY Decatur 1.5 mi 7.3
International Community School Decatur 1.6 mi 6.9
Briar Vista Elementary School Atlanta 1.7 mi 7.9
GLOBAL VILLAGE PROJECT Decatur 1.8 mi
DECATUR PRESBYTERIAN CHILDREN'S COMMUNITY Decatur 1.8 mi
Decatur High School Decatur 1.9 mi 8.5
PAIDEIA SCHOOL Atlanta 1.9 mi 6.3
Beacon Hill Middle School Decatur 2.0 mi 9.2
Glennwood Elementary School Decatur 1.9 mi 9.0
Oakhurst Elementary School Decatur 2.1 mi 9.7
YESHIVA OHR YISRAEL OF ATLANTA Atlanta 2.2 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30307 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$147,553

Median Home Value

$704,100

Median Rent

$2,001/mo

Population

21,680

College Educated

82.1%

Homeownership

59.3%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

35.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Druid Hills High School

What grades does Druid Hills High School serve?

Druid Hills High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Druid Hills High School?

Druid Hills High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,430 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Druid Hills High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Druid Hills High School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Druid Hills High School rank in GA?

Druid Hills High School ranks #1,198 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Druid Hills High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Druid Hills High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Druid Hills High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Druid Hills High School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Druid Hills High School a charter school?

No, Druid Hills High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Druid Hills High School a Title I school?

No, Druid Hills High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Druid Hills High School?

46.6% of students at Druid Hills 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,430
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
92
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DeKalb County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.6%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

DeKalb County
District Enrollment
91,398
Schools in District
131
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,368
District Rank
#47 of 131

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