Serving 1,398 students in grades 9-12, Cartersville High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cartersville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Cartersville High School's student population of 1,398 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cartersville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cartersville High School is 0.67, 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
#706 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
24%
18%
Black
20%
36%
White
48%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cartersville High School's ranking?
Cartersville High School is ranked #706 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Cartersville High School often compared to?
Cartersville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland High School, Cass High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cartersville High School?
The graduation rate of Cartersville High School is 89%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Cartersville High School?
1,398 students attend Cartersville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Cartersville High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cartersville High School?
Cartersville High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cartersville High School offer ?
Cartersville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cartersville High School part of?
Cartersville High School is part of Cartersville City School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of Semester (1/2 Day)
December 20, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of Semester
January 07, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 08, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
April 09, 2025 (Wednesday)
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