Northgate High School is a public high school located in northeastern Coweta County near Newnan, Georgia, United States. Founded in 1996, Northgate is the newest of the three Coweta County School System high schools.
Serving 2,054 students in grades 9-12, Northgate High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,054 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northgate High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northgate High School's student population of 2,054 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,054 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
Grey, Crimson
School Rankings
Northgate High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northgate High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#214 out of 2204 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
19%
36%
White
60%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northgate High School's ranking?
Northgate High School is ranked #214 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Northgate High School often compared to?
Northgate High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newnan High School, East Coweta High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northgate High School?
The graduation rate of Northgate High School is 91%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Northgate High School?
2,054 students attend Northgate High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Northgate High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northgate High School?
Northgate High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northgate High School offer ?
Northgate High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northgate High School part of?
Northgate High School is part of Coweta County School District.
School Reviews
5 3/16/2017
Northgate is great, there are some lazy teachers, but for the most part a very good school. Make sure you are aware that the curriculum for Coweta county is different from most counties in Georgia. My kids came from a different county and found out that they was behind in the requirements for this county and ended up in lower grades. It was very devastating and I wish someone had warned us before we transferred them here.
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