Serving 493 students in grades 9-12, Commerce High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% 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: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Commerce High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Commerce High School's student population of 493 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Commerce High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Commerce High School is 0.48, 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
#423 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
16%
18%
Black
10%
36%
White
70%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Commerce High School's ranking?
Commerce High School is ranked #423 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Commerce High School often compared to?
Commerce High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson High School, Jackson County High School, East Jackson Comprehensive High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Commerce High School?
The graduation rate of Commerce High School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Commerce High School?
493 students attend Commerce High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Commerce High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Commerce High School?
Commerce High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Commerce High School offer ?
Commerce High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Commerce High School part of?
Commerce High School is part of Commerce City School District.
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