South Paulding High School is a public high school located in Paulding County, Georgia, United States. Opened in 2006, South Paulding is a part of the Paulding County School District. Beginning its second year, a 12th grade class was added and the student body was composed of 1657 students.
Serving 1,881 students in grades 9-12, South Paulding 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 28% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,881 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Paulding High School's student population of 1,881 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,881 students
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Rankings
South Paulding 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 South Paulding High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1259 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
27%
36%
White
57%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartan
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Paulding High School's ranking?
South Paulding High School is ranked #1259 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are South Paulding High School often compared to?
South Paulding High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Paulding High School, Paulding County High School, East Paulding High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Paulding High School?
The graduation rate of South Paulding High School is 89%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend South Paulding High School?
1,881 students attend South Paulding High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of South Paulding High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Paulding High School?
South Paulding High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Paulding High School offer ?
South Paulding High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Paulding High School part of?
South Paulding High School is part of Paulding County School District.
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