Denmark High School is a public high school in Forsyth County, Georgia, United States. It serves grades 9–12 for Forsyth County Schools.
Serving 2,490 students in grades 9-12, Denmark High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denmark High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Denmark High School's student population of 2,490 students has grown by 86% over five school years.
The teacher population of 138 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
138 teachers
Year Founded
2018
Colors
White, Blue, Navy Blue
School Rankings
Denmark High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denmark High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#168 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
35%
5%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
8%
36%
White
35%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Great Dane
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denmark High School's ranking?
Denmark High School is ranked #168 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Denmark High School often compared to?
Denmark High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chattahoochee High School, Cambridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Denmark High School?
The graduation rate of Denmark High School is 96%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Denmark High School?
2,490 students attend Denmark High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Denmark High School students are Asian, 35% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Denmark High School?
Denmark High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Denmark High School offer ?
Denmark High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Denmark High School part of?
Denmark High School is part of Forsyth County School District.
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