GRADY HIGH SCHOOL
Grady High School is a public high school that is part of the Atlanta Public Schools school district, located in Atlanta, GA with about 1,332 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 90 teachers, Grady High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Grady High School, now officially known as **Midtown High School**, is a historic and prestigious public secondary school located in the heart of Atlanta, Georgia, adjacent to Piedmont Park. Established in 1947, the school has long been recognized for its rigorous academic environment, consistently ranking among the top schools in the state. It is particularly well-regarded for its specialized focus on communications and journalism, housing the highly acclaimed *The Southerner* student newspaper and a robust broadcast media program that has earned national recognition for excellence.
The school community is known for its diverse and politically active student body, reflecting the vibrant culture of the surrounding Midtown neighborhood. Beyond its academic reputation, the institution boasts a strong tradition in athletics and the arts, with numerous extracurricular clubs that cater to a wide range of student interests. Following a name change in 2021 to better align with its location and values, Midtown High School continues to function as a focal point for the Atlanta Public Schools system, maintaining a legacy of preparing students for success in competitive university environments and beyond.
For more information, contact Grady High School at (404) 802-3001 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Atlanta, GA 30309
(404) 802-3001
GRADY HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Atlanta, GA with about 1,332 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Georgia
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Atlanta Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 1,332
- Teachers:
- 90.7
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,332 students
- Black or African American
- 46.9%
- White
- 39.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 8.0%
- Two or more races
- 4.0%
- Asian
- 1.8%
- Female
- 50.8%
- Male
- 49.2%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.