At a glance
Reported students
1,695
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
125.3
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13.5:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Georgia high enrollment
76th percentile
Compared with 479 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
694
Banneker High School: 1,695 reported students.
State peer staffing position
26th percentile
13.5:1 reported; state peer median 15.7:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,595
- Teachers (FTE)
- 104.03
- Student–teacher ratio
- 15.3:1
What the reported data says about Banneker High School
Banneker High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in College Park. It is one of 103 current school records connected to Fulton County. NCES reports 1,695 students for 2024–25.
Among 479 high schools in Georgia with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 1,075 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 76th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13.5:1, below the Georgia median of 15.7:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (90.9%) and Hispanic or Latino (6.1%). English learners represent 0.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 13.8%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 16 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Banneker High School
- 1How do the reported 13.5:1 student–teacher ratio and 125.3 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 6 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 0.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 13.8%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 100%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 6
- Nurses (FTE)
- 2
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 3
- Social workers (FTE)
- 5.5
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White0.4%
- Hispanic6.1%
- Black90.9%
- Asian0.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
16 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Fulton County
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Chattahoochee High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,730 reported students
Riverwood International Charter School
High · Grades 09–12
1,737 reported students
Creekside High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,745 reported students
Centennial High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,643 reported students
Tri-Cities High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,748 reported students
Cambridge High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,602 reported students
Public schools near Banneker High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hapeville Charter Career Academy High · Charter · Fulton County | 09–12 | 638 | 1.2 mi |
| Atlanta Youth Development Campus High · Department of Juvenile Justice | 05–12 | 24 | 2.2 mi |
| Global Impact Academy High · Fulton County | 09–12 | 572 | 3.2 mi |
| Skyview High School High · Charter · Fulton County | 09–12 | 346 | 3.3 mi |
| North Clayton High School High · Clayton County | 09–12 | 1,124 | 4.8 mi |
| Promise Career Institute School High · Fulton County | 09–12 | 247 | 6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Banneker High School
What grades does Banneker High School serve?
Banneker High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Fulton County.
How many students attend Banneker High School?
Banneker High School reported 1,695 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 76th percentile among 479 Georgia high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,595 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Banneker High School?
The calculated ratio is 13.5:1, based on 1,695 students and 125.3 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Georgia median for the same school level is 15.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Banneker High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Banneker High School is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Banneker High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
100% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Banneker High School in?
Banneker High School is part of Fulton County, based in Atlanta, GA, which operates 103 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Banneker High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Hapeville Charter Career Academy (1.2 mi), Atlanta Youth Development Campus (2.2 mi), Global Impact Academy (3.2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.