Paul Duke STEM High School is a senior high school located on Peachtree Industrial Boulevard in Norcross, Georgia. It is a part of Gwinnett County Public Schools. The school's mascot is the Road runner. Its attendance boundary coincides with that of Norcross High School.
Serving 1,509 students in grades 9-12, Paul Duke Stem 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 58% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul Duke Stem 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
Paul Duke Stem High School's student population of 1,509 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,509 students
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
2018
Colors
White, Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Paul Duke Stem 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 Paul Duke Stem High School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#262 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
50%
20%
Black
21%
36%
White
15%
34%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trailblazer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul Duke Stem High School's ranking?
Paul Duke Stem High School is ranked #262 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paul Duke Stem High School?
The graduation rate of Paul Duke Stem High School is 93%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Paul Duke Stem High School?
1,509 students attend Paul Duke Stem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Paul Duke Stem High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul Duke Stem High School?
Paul Duke Stem High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paul Duke Stem High School offer ?
Paul Duke Stem High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul Duke Stem High School part of?
Paul Duke Stem High School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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