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Benjamin E. Mays High School

3450 Benjamin E Mays Dr Sw, Atlanta, GA 30331, United States
+1 (404) 802-5100
1.1
Overall Rating

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Benjamin E. Mays High School Overview

About This School

Benjamin E. Mays High School is a public high in Atlanta, Georgia, serving 1,338 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 18% proficiency in ELA and 4% proficiency in math. The school maintains a staff of 111 teachers with an average salary of $71,701 and a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Guidance services are supported by a ratio of 334 students per counselor. Students at the school are 51% female and 49% male. The demographic breakdown consists of 91% Black students, 8% Hispanic students, and 1% identifying as two or more races.

1,338
Total Students
Grade 9-12
11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
111 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts18%
Mathematics4%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Fulton County
Students per Counselor
334:1

Benjamin E. Mays High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

18%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 32%State Avg: 37%
4%
Mathematics
City Avg: 27%State Avg: 36%
N/A
Science

Class Information

11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 11.8:1
State Avg: 13.4:1
334
Students per Counselor

Benjamin E. Mays High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
111

Average Teacher Salary

$71,701
City Avg: $72,458
State Avg: $68,409

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Students per Counselor334:1

Benjamin E. Mays High School Student Demographics

Student Body

48.95%
Male
51.05%
Female
Total Enrollment: 1,338 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White0.07%
Hispanic7.85%
Asian0%
Black90.73%
Two or More Races1.05%
Native American0.15%

Benjamin E. Mays High School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Benjamin E. Mays High School

Q: What is Benjamin E. Mays High School?

A: Benjamin E. Mays High School is a high public located in Atlanta.

Q: How many students attend Benjamin E. Mays High School?

A: Benjamin E. Mays High School has approximately 1,338 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Benjamin E. Mays High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Benjamin E. Mays High School is 11:1.

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Detailed Information about Benjamin E. Mays High School

Benjamin E. Mays High School is a public high in Atlanta, Georgia, serving 1,338 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 18% proficiency in ELA and 4% proficiency in math. The school maintains a staff of 111 teachers with an average salary of $71,701 and a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Guidance services are supported by a ratio of 334 students per counselor. Students at the school are 51% female and 49% male. The demographic breakdown consists of 91% Black students, 8% Hispanic students, and 1% identifying as two or more races.

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About Benjamin E. Mays High School - Atlanta, GA

Quick Facts about Benjamin E. Mays High School
School NameBenjamin E. Mays High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location3450 Benjamin E Mays Dr Sw, Atlanta, GA 30331, Atlanta, GA
CountyFulton County
Phone+1 (404) 802-5100
Total Students1,338
Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Full-Time Teachers111
Rating1.1/10
ELA Proficiency18%
Math Proficiency4%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Benjamin E. Mays High School

What is Benjamin E. Mays High School?

Benjamin E. Mays High School is a high public located in Atlanta.

How many students attend Benjamin E. Mays High School?

Benjamin E. Mays High School has approximately 1,338 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Benjamin E. Mays High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Benjamin E. Mays High School is 11:1.

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