Cross Keys High School

Cross Keys High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1626 N Druid Hills Rd NE,  Brookhaven, GA
Dekalb County Schools
3.9
3.0
1,675 Students
C
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Jason Heard
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1030
Average ACT Score
21
Math Proficiency
10%
Reading Proficiency
18%
Average GPA
3.33
Graduation Rate
58%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B-
Teachers
C+
College Prep
B-
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
C-
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.33
Reading Proficiency
18%
Math Proficiency
10%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
119
Full Time Teachers
119
Teachers in First or Second Year
11.7%
College Prep
Average SAT
1030
Math
520
Verbal
520
Average ACT
21
Math
21
English
20
Reading
20
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
8
AP Pass Rate
34.6%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
835:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.3%
Female
49.7%
Hispanic
89.7%
Black
4.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4%
White
<1%
Two or more races
<1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<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 457 Students
University of Georgia 247 Students
Emory University 234 Students
Oglethorpe University 217 Students
Kennesaw State University 201 Students
Georgia Institute of Technology 136 Students
Georgia Gwinnett College 126 Students
Columbus State University 108 Students
Mercer University 104 Students
Georgia Southern University 95 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 90 Students
Business 76 Students
Psychology 67 Students
Computer Science 59 Students
Biology 58 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 35 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 34 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 29 Students
Small Business Management 29 Students
Dental Hygiene 25 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 130 Reviews
4.0 Alum
6/3/2024
My experience at Cross Keys High-school was pretty average with a few things here and there really sparking inspiration and determination from me. It was mostly average due to the lack of diversity when it comes to the African American students as most of the population in this school are of Hispanic descent thus making me feel isolated in some aspects. My experience wasn't bad but could've been better. My senior year was better than my freshman year as I felt more involved and noticed rather than isolated and ignored. The teachers are fine but it's the diversity that's the problem.
4.0 Senior
4/8/2024
I really love my school. I love to see the different variety of cultures in my school. However, I just wish the students had more school spirit.
4.0 Junior
11/21/2023
I think Cross Keys High School is a good school, yet underfunded. The school has enthusiastic students and staff but it lacks student resources, nutritional lunches, and other structural necessities. There are more classes and extracurriculars in other schools that Cross Keys doesn't not have due to not enough funding or material.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.0 5 Reviews
2.0 student
2/7/2024
Honestly, I am currently a junior and I just want to explain why this school is not the right place for students who are looking to prepare for future colleges and jobs. The administrators and teachers do not take effective action, as evidenced by the two fights that occurred today on Feb 7, 2024. T...
5.0 other
11/9/2020
I had the best teachers and the best students to learn from.
5.0 other
9/27/2016
-Respectful students who value learning.-Warm and knowledgeable faculty!-The principal is genuinely invested in the kids and it shows.-The school culture is great.-extracurricular and arts program are fabulous.
1.0 parent
12/21/2012
The student to teachers ratio is great at the school. I seems like the teachers are very helpful to the students, but the management don't have any clue. I read the previous comment parent involvement is low. You know why because the management is so lazy specially the registration office Ms. McCarl...

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Cross Keys High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Brookhaven, GA and is served by the Dekalb County Schools in Georgia. The school has a total enrollment of 1,675 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 10% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 18% are proficient in reading. Cross Keys 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 3.33, the graduation rate is 58%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1030 and an ACT score of 21. The average home value in this area is $652,274. Discover additional schools in the area, like Margaret Harris Comprehensive School, Lakeside High School, Capstone Academy, and more. Learn more about what Brookhaven has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Cross Keys High School.

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