Dunwoody High School

2,040 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Dunwoody High School, located in the suburban community of Dunwoody, Georgia, is a prominent public secondary school serving students in grades 9 through 12. As a member of the DeKalb County School District, the school is well-regarded for its strong academic reputation and its role as a central hub for the local community. The campus is situated on Vermack Road, placing it in a well-established residential area known for its family-oriented environment and active community support.

Beyond its academic offerings, Dunwoody High School is recognized for a diverse array of extracurricular programs, including competitive athletic teams, performing arts, and various student-led clubs. The school culture is often defined by a strong sense of school spirit and a commitment to preparing students for higher education and professional success. With its combination of challenging coursework and a wide range of social and athletic opportunities, the school remains a focal point for student development within the greater Atlanta metropolitan area.

2,040

Total Students

118.0

Full-Time Teachers

17.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

35.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Dunwoody High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	828
Hispanic	706
Black	309
Asian	135
Two or More	56
American Indian	4
Pacific Islander	2

White
828 (40.6 %)
Hispanic
706 (34.6 %)
Black
309 (15.1 %)
Asian
135 (6.6 %)
Two or More
56 (2.7 %)
American Indian
4 (0.2 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	DeKalb County
Phone:	(678)874-8502
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,040
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	118.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	660
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	70

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 524

Grade 10 593

Grade 11 454

Grade 12 469