Berkmar High School is a high school located in Lilburn, Georgia, United States. It has approximately 2,912 students, grades 9 through 12. Berkmar High School's principal is Durrant Williams. The school opened in 1966 to help overcrowding at nearby schools due to the growth of Gwinnett County.
Serving 3,089 students in grades 9-12, Berkmar 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 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 3,089 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 71% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Berkmar High School's student population of 3,089 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 199 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,089 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
199 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Berkmar High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berkmar High School is 0.45, 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
#1351 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
72%
19%
Black
18%
36%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
71%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Patriot
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berkmar High School's ranking?
Berkmar High School is ranked #1351 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Berkmar High School often compared to?
Berkmar High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Berkmar High School?
The graduation rate of Berkmar High School is 71%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Berkmar High School?
3,089 students attend Berkmar High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Berkmar High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berkmar High School?
Berkmar High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Berkmar High School offer ?
Berkmar High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Berkmar High School part of?
Berkmar High School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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