Serving 62 students in grades 9-12, Classic City High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 62 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Math Proficiency: ≤10%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Classic City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Classic City High School's student population of 62 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
62 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Classic City High School is 0.36, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤10%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
79%
36%
White
10%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
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 schools are Classic City High School often compared to?
Classic City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarke Central High School, Cedar Shoals High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% GA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Classic City High School?
The graduation rate of Classic City High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Classic City High School?
62 students attend Classic City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Classic City High School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Classic City High School?
Classic City High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Classic City High School offer ?
Classic City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Classic City High School part of?
Classic City High School is part of Clarke County School District.
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