Serving 2,395 students in grades 9-12, Norcross 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 29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norcross High School's student population of 2,395 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 171 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
171 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Norcross 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 Norcross High School is 0.61, 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
#1171 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
56%
19%
Black
25%
36%
White
12%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norcross High School's ranking?
Norcross High School is ranked #1171 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Norcross High School?
The graduation rate of Norcross High School is 81%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Norcross High School?
2,395 students attend Norcross High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Norcross High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norcross High School?
Norcross High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Norcross High School offer ?
Norcross High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Norcross High School part of?
Norcross High School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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