Parkview High School is a public high school located near Lilburn in Gwinnett County, Georgia, United States. It is operated by Gwinnett County Public Schools. The current principal is David T. Smith.
Serving 3,279 students in grades 9-12, Parkview High School ranks in the top 20% 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 57% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,279 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkview 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
Diversity
School Overview
Parkview High School's student population of 3,279 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 178 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
178 teachers
Year Founded
1976
Colors
White, Blue, Orange, Orange/White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parkview High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkview High School is 0.77, 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
#312 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
5%
Hispanic
29%
19%
Black
27%
36%
White
19%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkview High School's ranking?
Parkview High School is ranked #312 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Parkview High School often compared to?
Parkview High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Parkview High School?
The graduation rate of Parkview High School is 89%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Parkview High School?
3,279 students attend Parkview High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Parkview High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 21% of students are Asian, 19% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parkview High School?
Parkview High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parkview High School offer ?
Parkview High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkview High School part of?
Parkview High School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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