Archer High School is a public high school near Lawrenceville, Georgia, United States. It is operated by Gwinnett County 51±¬ÁÏs. It is named after Gwinnett County teacher and coach Benjamin Vernon Archer. The school officially opened on Monday, August 10, 2009, with enrollment topping 1,200 students.
Serving 3,073 students in grades 9-12, Archer 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 61% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,073 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Archer High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Archer High School's student population of 3,073 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 160 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,073 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
160 teachers
Year Founded
2009
Colors
White, Red, Silver
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Archer 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 Archer High School is 0.64, which is less 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
#267 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
20%
19%
Black
54%
36%
White
17%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Archer High School's ranking?
Archer High School is ranked #267 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Archer High School often compared to?
Archer High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grayson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Archer High School?
The graduation rate of Archer High School is 90%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Archer High School?
3,073 students attend Archer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Archer High School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Archer High School?
Archer High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Archer High School offer ?
Archer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Archer High School part of?
Archer High School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/6/2012
well i want to be a musician and the school have much facility to know my talent everyone used to laugh at me that i do not know my talent but now i do thanks a lot
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