North Gwinnett High School is a public high school in Suwanee, Georgia, United States. It is part of the district Gwinnett County ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools. The school's principal is Nathan Ballantine.
Serving 3,067 students in grades 9-12, North Gwinnett High School ranks in the top 5% 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 70% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,067 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Gwinnett High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
North Gwinnett High School's student population of 3,067 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 166 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,067 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
166 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Gwinnett High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Gwinnett High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#103 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
5%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
14%
36%
White
39%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Gwinnett High School's ranking?
North Gwinnett High School is ranked #103 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are North Gwinnett High School often compared to?
North Gwinnett High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peachtree Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Gwinnett High School?
The graduation rate of North Gwinnett High School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend North Gwinnett High School?
3,067 students attend North Gwinnett High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of North Gwinnett High School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Gwinnett High School?
North Gwinnett High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Gwinnett High School offer ?
North Gwinnett High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Gwinnett High School part of?
North Gwinnett High School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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