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Douglas County School System
  • DOUGLASVILLE, GA
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Douglas County School System

#21 in Best School Districts in Atlanta Area
  • B
    Overall Grade
  • DOUGLASVILLE, GA
  • 300 reviews
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    B
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Academics
      B minus
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      B minus
    4. College Prep
      B
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A minus
    6. Administration
      B
    7. Sports
      A minus
    8. Food
      C+
    9. Resources & Facilities
      B
    dcssga.org
    (770) 920-4000
    11490 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY
    DOUGLASVILLE, GA 30134
    About Douglas County School System...

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    Grades
    PK, K-12
    Total Schools
    35
    Students
    25,890
    From Douglas County School System

    The Douglas County School System serves 26,000 students and is the state’s 17th largest public school system. With approximately 3,500 employees, the Douglas County School System is the county's largest employer.

    Mr. Trent North is the superintendent. Student enrollment in the school district is approximately 26,000 students. There are 20 elementary schools (grades K-5), eight middle schools (grades 6-8), five high schools (grades 9-12), and two specialized high school programs. The school boasts a technology rich learning environment that prepares graduates for a lifetime of educational and career success.

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    35%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    23%
    Average Graduation Rate
    89%
    Average SAT
    1090
    1,904 responses
    Average ACT
    22
    1,108 responses

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    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    25,890
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    62.1%
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    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    18:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $63,995
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    1.5%

    Finances

    Expenses Per Student
    $11,965 / student
    National
    $12,239
    Education Expenses
    • Instruction
      62%
    • Support Services
      33%
    • Other
      5%

    Living in the Area

    Douglas County
    A minus
    Overall Niche Grade
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    1. Cost of Living
      B minus
    2. Good for Families
      A
    3. Housing
      B minus
    Median Household Income
    $67,731
    National
    $69,021
    Median Rent
    $1,194
    National
    $1,163
    Median Home Value
    $182,300
    National
    $244,900
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