Tucker High School

Tucker High School serves 1,590 students in grades 9-12 in Tucker, Georgia, operating as a regular public school within the DeKalb County system. With 100 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15.9:1, providing opportunities for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school is currently focusing on student development, with academic performance showing significant room for growth.

In English Language Arts and Reading, 33% of students perform at proficient levels or above, while mathematics presents a particular area of opportunity with 8% of students meeting proficiency standards. Tucker High School ranks in the 13th percentile among Georgia high schools, indicating the school community is working to strengthen academic outcomes for its students. Located on Lavista Road, Tucker High School sits within a well-established suburban community where families demonstrate a strong commitment to education.

The surrounding neighborhood reflects middle to upper-middle class stability, with a median household income of $79,693 and home values averaging $308,600. Nearly half of local residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the low poverty rate of 11.3% suggests a community with solid economic foundations. The school serves this large suburban area of DeKalb County, drawing from a diverse population of nearly 40,000 residents in the immediate vicinity.