South Atlanta High School is a public high school located in the southeast corner of Atlanta, Georgia, United States. It is located on the site of former George High School, and it formed as the result of the merger of George and nearby Fulton High School. It has been transformed into a campus of four small schools.
Serving 907 students in grades 9-12, South Atlanta High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 907 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Atlanta High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Atlanta High School's student population of 907 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
907 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Atlanta High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Atlanta High School is 0.18, 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
#2137 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
90%
36%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
59%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornet
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Atlanta High School's ranking?
South Atlanta High School is ranked #2137 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Atlanta High School?
The graduation rate of South Atlanta High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend South Atlanta High School?
907 students attend South Atlanta High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of South Atlanta High School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Atlanta High School?
South Atlanta High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Atlanta High School offer ?
South Atlanta High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Atlanta High School part of?
South Atlanta High School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is South Atlanta High School located?
South Atlanta High School is located in the South River Gardens neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
School Reviews
Review South Atlanta High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Parents’ Guide to Special Education
Special education law is not easy to decipher, with several regulations that govern special education services for disabled students. In this article, learn about the core components of the laws, rights, and individual education plans that can help create the best public school environment for your child.
Surveillance Cameras: Violation of Rights or Improved Security?
A school district in Virginia has given the green light to schools that want to install surveillance cameras in common areas like cafeterias and hallways. We’ll look at whether this is a violation of student privacy or the best way to keep order in schools.
Teachers in 19 States Allowed to Physically Punish Students
As of 2014, nineteen states still allow corporal punishment – spanking and paddling the most common choices – in their public schools. However, some argue that not only are these punishments physically harmful, they also are disproportionately administered to students of color. As a result, House democrats have taken up the issue in a new bill that would ban all forms of corporal punishment nationwide.
