For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 7,072 students in Dallas, GA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Dallas, GA are North Paulding High School, Paulding County High School and East Paulding High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dallas, GA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Georgia public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in Dallas have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public high schools.
Dallas, GA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Georgia average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Paulding High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Georgia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public high school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Dallas, GA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Paulding High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 N Paulding Dr
Dallas, GA 30132
(770) 443-9400
Dallas, GA 30132
(770) 443-9400
Gr: 9-12 | 3,052 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Paulding County High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1297 Villa Rica Hwy
Dallas, GA 30157
(770) 443-8008
Dallas, GA 30157
(770) 443-8008
Gr: 9-12 | 2,116 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
East Paulding High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3320 E Paulding Dr
Dallas, GA 30157
(770) 445-5100
Dallas, GA 30157
(770) 445-5100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,904 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Dallas, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Matthews Learning Center (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
335 Academy Dr
Dallas, GA 30132
(770) 443-7028
Dallas, GA 30132
(770) 443-7028
Matthews Learning Center Facility (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
522 Hardee St
Dallas, GA 30132
(770) 443-8000
Dallas, GA 30132
(770) 443-8000
Paulding Regional Youth Detention Center (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
538 Industrial Blvd N
Dallas, GA 30132
(770) 443-1166
Dallas, GA 30132
(770) 443-1166
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Dallas, GA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Dallas, GA include North Paulding High School, Paulding County High School and East Paulding High School.
How many public high schools are located in Dallas?
3 public high schools are located in Dallas.
What is the racial composition of students in Dallas?
Dallas public high schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public high schools average of 65% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Dallas are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Dallas include: North Paulding High School vs. East Paulding High School, East Paulding High School vs. North Paulding High School, Paulding County High School vs. East Paulding High School
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