Mays High School

Mays High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
3450 Benjamin E Mays Dr SW,  Atlanta, GA
Mays Neighborhood
Atlanta Public Schools
3.7
2.8
1,268 Students
C
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Richard Fowler
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Average SAT Score
990
Average ACT Score
19
Math Proficiency
4%
Reading Proficiency
18%
Average GPA
3.25
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
B-
Teachers
C
College Prep
C+
Administration
B+
Resources/Facilities
A
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.25
Reading Proficiency
18%
Math Proficiency
4%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
112
Full Time Teachers
112
Teachers in First or Second Year
12.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
990
Math
490
Verbal
500
Average ACT
19
Math
18
English
19
Reading
19
Science
19
Number of AP Courses
10
AP Pass Rate
11.8%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

4
Test Scores
4
Equity
1
College Readiness
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
311:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.4%
Male
49.6%
Black
92%
Hispanic
7.2%
Two or more races
<1%
Native American
<1%
White
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Georgia State University 490 Students
Georgia Southern University 294 Students
Albany State University 293 Students
University of Georgia 292 Students
Kennesaw State University 270 Students
Savannah State University 250 Students
Clark Atlanta University 247 Students
University of West Georgia 201 Students
Columbus State University 195 Students
Valdosta State University 165 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 128 Students
Nursing 107 Students
Biology 100 Students
Psychology 71 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 50 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 49 Students
Computer Science 45 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 40 Students
Chemistry 34 Students
Graphic Design 34 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 408 Reviews
4.0 Senior
9/12/2024
My experience at mays high school has been great, i feel safe here. Although there has been a few bad things that happened but, Mays high is really big on education and that is really good
5.0 Alum
7/19/2024
Loved mays high school wish I could get those days back very thankful for the help with getting to the college level and the bonds it helped me build
4.0 Alum
4/12/2024
I have learned many things while attending this school. They help you in many different ways and they will push you to thrive for excellence. Being a Covid graduate it was a bit more challenging for me to get the help I wanted, but overall I enjoyed the experience.
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GreatSchools Reviews
2.8 13 Reviews
5.0 parent
1/30/2023
The school is challenging academically! The school gives great support academically
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5.0 parent
9/25/2022
My son attended Mays and I was very pleased with most facets of his education at Mays. He had an autism diagnosis and still managed to graduate after taking advanced classes with honors and receive a college scholarship. The teachers communicated well with both my son and myself and he received the...
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5.0 parent
11/11/2021
Just like the name of the man it was named after, this school has a rich legacy and a long-held reputation for excellence (academically, musically, athletically). It is not perfect, but its mission is clear. It's up to the student (supported by the parents) to make the most of their outcome and expe...
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1.0 parent
2/9/2020
I would rate then a 0 this is the worst school ever!!!
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Mays High School

Mays High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Atlanta, GA and is served by the Atlanta Public Schools in Georgia. The school has a total enrollment of 1,268 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 4% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 18% are proficient in reading. Mays High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.25, the graduation rate is 90%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 990 and an ACT score of 19. The average home value in this area is $253,554. Discover additional schools in the area, like Frederick Douglass High School, The B.E.S.T. Academy, Corretta Scott King Womens' Leadership Academy, and more. Learn more about what Atlanta has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Mays High School.

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