Needs Improvement
#2075 of 2,268 schools in GA
Towers High School
High School · DeKalb County
3919 Brookcrest Cir, Decatur, GA 30032
Enrollment
769
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
3.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
769
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
3.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#2,075 of 2,268
In Decatur
#37 of 40
public schools
In district
#106 of 131
DeKalb County
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Towers High School
High School in Decatur · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Towers High School
Towers High School is a public high school in Decatur, GA, part of DeKalb County. Towers High School serves approximately 769 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Towers High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,075 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Towers High School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- GA avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Towers 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.
71% of students at Towers 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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Towers High School — Students at Towers High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 6.6/10.
How Towers High School Compares
See how Towers 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
3919 Brookcrest Cir, Decatur, GA 30032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Towers High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. DeKalb School of the Arts (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Avondale Estates), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Columbia High School (rated 4.0/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Decatur, see our Decatur schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,292
Median Home Value
$245,000
Median Rent
$1,364/mo
Population
42,812
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
57.8%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
16.5%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Northeast High School Macon, GA | 3.8 |
| Spencer High School Columbus, GA | 3.8 |
| Glenn Hills High School Augusta, GA | 3.6 |
| McNair High School Atlanta, GA | 3.6 |
| Salem High School Conyers, GA | 3.6 |
| Southwest High School Macon, GA | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Towers High School
What grades does Towers High School serve?
Towers High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Towers High School?
Towers High School has an enrollment of approximately 769 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Towers High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Towers High School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Towers High School rank in GA?
Towers High School ranks #2,075 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Towers High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Towers High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Towers High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Towers High School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Towers High School a charter school?
No, Towers High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Towers High School a Title I school?
No, Towers High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Towers High School?
100.0% of students at Towers 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
- 769
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DeKalb County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 71.1%
- Phone
- (678) 874-2202
- 4-Year Graduation
- 72.0%
Resources & Links
District
DeKalb County- District Enrollment
- 91,398
- Schools in District
- 131
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,368
- District Rank
- #106 of 131
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