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Discovery High School

1335 Old Norcross Rd, Lawrenceville, GA 30046, United States
+1 (678) 226-4250
3.5
Overall Rating

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Discovery High School Overview

About This School

Discovery High School is a public high in Lawrenceville, Georgia, serving 2,703 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 32% in ELA and 37% in math. The school maintains a staff of 165 teachers with an average salary of $74,731 and a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Additionally, the school provides guidance support with 450 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 51% female and 50% male students. The demographic breakdown includes 57% Hispanic, 29% Black, 8% Asian, 4% White, and 2% students of two or more races.

2,703
Total Students
Grade 9-12
16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
165 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts32%
Mathematics37%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Gwinnett County
Students per Counselor
450:1

Discovery High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

32%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 43%State Avg: 37%
37%
Mathematics
City Avg: 43%State Avg: 36%
N/A
Science

Class Information

16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 12.9:1
State Avg: 13.4:1
450
Students per Counselor

Discovery High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
165

Average Teacher Salary

$74,731
City Avg: $74,731
State Avg: $68,409

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Students per Counselor450:1

Discovery High School Student Demographics

Student Body

49.5%
Male
50.5%
Female
Total Enrollment: 2,703 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White4.25%
Hispanic56.53%
Asian7.99%
Black28.67%
Two or More Races2.18%
Native American0.26%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Discovery High School

Q: What is Discovery High School?

A: Discovery High School is a high public located in Lawrenceville.

Q: How many students attend Discovery High School?

A: Discovery High School has approximately 2,703 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Discovery High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Discovery High School is 16:1.

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Detailed Information about Discovery High School

Discovery High School is a public high in Lawrenceville, Georgia, serving 2,703 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 32% in ELA and 37% in math. The school maintains a staff of 165 teachers with an average salary of $74,731 and a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Additionally, the school provides guidance support with 450 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 51% female and 50% male students. The demographic breakdown includes 57% Hispanic, 29% Black, 8% Asian, 4% White, and 2% students of two or more races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Discovery High School - Lawrenceville, GA

Quick Facts about Discovery High School
School NameDiscovery High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location1335 Old Norcross Rd, Lawrenceville, GA 30046, Lawrenceville, GA
CountyGwinnett County
Phone+1 (678) 226-4250
Total Students2,703
Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Full-Time Teachers165
Rating3.5/10
ELA Proficiency32%
Math Proficiency37%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Discovery High School

What is Discovery High School?

Discovery High School is a high public located in Lawrenceville.

How many students attend Discovery High School?

Discovery High School has approximately 2,703 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Discovery High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Discovery High School is 16:1.

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