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Tri-cities High School

High School · Fulton County

2575 Harris St, East Point, GA 30344

Enrollment

1,774

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

5.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,570 of 2,268

In East Point

#5 of 10

public schools

In district

#85 of 104

Fulton County

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Tri-cities High School

5.3/10

High School in East Point · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Tri-cities High School

Tri-cities High School is a public high school in East Point, GA, part of Fulton County. Tri-cities High School serves approximately 1,774 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Tri-cities High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,570 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Tri-cities High School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • GA avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

54% of students at Tri-cities 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 Progress5.6Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16.4% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20.8% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-25.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-1.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
College Readiness7.8Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate89%
AP Participation9.4%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment2.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,183
Chronic Absenteeism53.6%

Tri-cities High School — Students at Tri-cities High School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 21.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 43.8% (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
65%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
11%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
16%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
8%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2024
Math
16.4%
ELA
20.8%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Tri-cities High School Compares

See how Tri-cities High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
31th percentile in GA
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 3
Sports
19
9 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
116 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
53.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered IB Programme
9.4% participation·State avg: 3 AP courses·1 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics19sports offered
9 boys'·10 girls'·22 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

2575 Harris St, East Point, GA 30344

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tri-cities High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Resurgence Hall Middle Academy (rated 9.6/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Atlanta), which scores notably higher. Another option is Resurgence Hall Charter School (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ethos Classical Charter School (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Atlanta), which scores notably higher. For more schools in East Point, see our East Point schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
KIPP South Fulton Academy School Atlanta 0.7 mi 6.0
Resurgence Hall Middle Academy Atlanta 0.8 mi 9.6
Resurgence Hall Charter School East Point 0.8 mi 9.2
Parklane Elementary School East Point 0.8 mi 6.4
Conley Hills Elementary School East Point 1.2 mi 3.5
Ethos Classical Charter School Atlanta 1.3 mi 7.9
WOODWARD ACADEMY College Park 1.5 mi 5.5
Atlanta Unbound Academy College Park 1.7 mi 6.3
T. J. Perkerson Elementary School Atlanta 1.7 mi 6.2
Emma Hutchinson Elementary School Atlanta 1.6 mi 5.2
Paul D. West Middle School East Point 1.7 mi 5.4
Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary East Point 1.8 mi 5.7
ABUNDANT GRACE ACADEMY East Point 1.8 mi
TRIUMPH TRANSITIONS INSTITUTE College Park 2.2 mi
BRIDGE ACADEMY College Park 2.2 mi
College Park Elementary College Park 2.3 mi 6.8
DISCOVERY MONTESSORI OF GEORGIA Hapeville 2.2 mi 7.6
Sylvan Hills Middle School Atlanta 2.4 mi 4.2
Hapeville Elementary School Hapeville 2.4 mi 7.9
GATEWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hapeville 2.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30344 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,647

Median Home Value

$240,700

Median Rent

$1,315/mo

Population

35,486

College Educated

36.4%

Homeownership

42.5%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

24.6%

Median Age

35.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tri-cities High School

What grades does Tri-cities High School serve?

Tri-cities High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Tri-cities High School?

Tri-cities High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,774 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tri-cities High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Tri-cities High School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tri-cities High School rank in GA?

Tri-cities High School ranks #1,570 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Tri-cities High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Tri-cities High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Tri-cities High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Tri-cities High School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Tri-cities High School a charter school?

No, Tri-cities High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Tri-cities High School a Title I school?

No, Tri-cities High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tri-cities High School?

100.0% of students at Tri-cities 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
25 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
59 Good Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,774
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
116
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Fulton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
53.6%
4-Year Graduation
89.0%

District

Fulton County
District Enrollment
88,043
Schools in District
106
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,183
District Rank
#85 of 104

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