CROSS KEYS HIGH SCHOOL

Cross Keys High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the DeKalb County school district, located in Brookhaven, GA with about 1,529 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 94 teachers, Cross Keys High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Cross Keys High School, located in the Brookhaven area of Atlanta, Georgia, is a public secondary school serving a remarkably diverse student population within the DeKalb County School District. Situated at 1626 N Druid Hills Rd NE, the school is known for being a hub for students from various cultural and linguistic backgrounds. As a community-focused institution, Cross Keys places a strong emphasis on providing academic support and English Language Learner (ELL) programs to help its significant population of immigrant and refugee students navigate the American public school system while working toward graduation and post-secondary success.

Beyond its academic offerings, the school provides a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletic teams, clubs, and career-readiness programs, aimed at fostering school spirit and student engagement. Despite facing the challenges often associated with large, urban-adjacent high schools—including high enrollment density and the need for robust resource allocation—Cross Keys continues to prioritize community partnerships and student advocacy. The school remains a vital focal point for the Brookhaven neighborhood, dedicated to preparing its students for both higher education and the modern workforce.

For more information, contact Cross Keys High School at (678) 874-6102 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.