Banneker High School: Top Aviation Education in GA (2026 List)

About Banneker High School

Banneker High School, located at 6015 Feldwood Rd., College Park, GA 30349, serves students in grades 9 through 12 as a public high school within Fulton County Schools. Around 1,786 students attend the campus, where student-teacher ratios average near 15:1. About 50% of students are female and 50% are male. State assessments show around 13% of students are proficient in math and nearly 16% meet reading proficiency standards. The school is particularly known for its aviation program, which reflects its proximity to one of the nation's busiest airport corridors. About 22% of students participate in AP or advanced academic coursework, and the graduation rate stands near 83%. Outside of core academics, there are learning opportunities in pathways such as aviation, health care, engineering, business and information technology. The campus supports residential communities south of Atlanta and in the vicinity of Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, where well-established neighborhoods and newer housing developments contribute to home values that are generally in the mid-$200,000s to around $600,000. The school is recognized among top high schools in Georgia for its aviation-focused programs, career readiness opportunities, and community engagement.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 13%

Reading 16%

State average proficiency is 13% in Math and 16% in Reading.

121

Full-time Teachers

15 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

1786

Total Students

$62692

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 0.73%

Asian 0.39%

Hispanic 4.76%

Black 92.11%

Two+ Races 1.68%

Native Am. 0.28%

White

0.73%

Asian

0.39%

Hispanic

4.76%

Black

92.11%

Two+ Races

1.68%

Native Am.

0.28%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 1786

49.44%

883 Female

50.56%

903 Male

Student Population

1786 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

297 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Banneker High School Contact Information

Address

6015 Feldwood Rd, College Park, GA, 30349

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Phone

(470) 254-3410

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Website

banneker.fultonschools.org

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:10 AM - 3:20 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:55 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Banneker High School students took part in Fulton Magistrate Court's "Bang the Gavel" program with a hands-on mock trial experience. Students participated in simulated civil and criminal court cases to explore how the legal system works. The program aims to give students practical experience in the judicial process and introduce them to potential career paths in the legal profession. School partnerships with courts and public agencies continue to provide career exploration and civic education opportunities for students.

FAQ

Q1. What makes Banneker High School distinctive?

Ans. Banneker High School is known for its aviation program, strong fine arts offerings, and college-preparatory academics.

Q2. Why is aviation a popular program at Banneker High School?

Ans. Students can explore aviation and aerospace-related coursework through one of the school's signature career pathways.

Q3. What opportunities are available for students interested in the arts?

Ans. Theater productions, visual arts, chorus, and band programs give students many ways to develop creative skills.

Q4. How do students challenge themselves academically at Banneker High School?

Ans. Students have access to AP courses, dual-enrollment courses, and advanced academic electives across a range of disciplines.

Q5. What attracts students to Banneker High School?

Ans. The school is unique in Fulton County because of its mix of aviation studies, arts programs and academic programs.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2

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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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