Serving 3,212 students in grades 9-12, East Coweta 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 40% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Coweta High School's student population of 3,212 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 176 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
176 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Coweta 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 East Coweta High School is 0.65, 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
#720 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
13%
18%
Black
28%
36%
White
51%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Coweta High School's ranking?
East Coweta High School is ranked #720 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are East Coweta High School often compared to?
East Coweta High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newnan High School, Northgate High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Coweta High School?
The graduation rate of East Coweta High School is 92%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend East Coweta High School?
3,212 students attend East Coweta High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of East Coweta High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Coweta High School?
East Coweta High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Coweta High School offer ?
East Coweta High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East Coweta High School part of?
East Coweta High School is part of Coweta County School District.
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