Serving 1,615 students in grades 9-12, Eastside 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 20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,615 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
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School Overview
Eastside High School's student population of 1,615 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,615 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Eastside High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastside High School is 0.63, 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
#1273 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
37%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%

Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%

Hispanic
10%
19%

Black
44%
36%

White
41%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
91%
84%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
59%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%

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 is Eastside High School's ranking?
Eastside High School is ranked #1273 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Eastside High School often compared to?
Eastside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alcovy High School, Newton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eastside High School?
The graduation rate of Eastside High School is 91%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Eastside High School?
1,615 students attend Eastside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Eastside High School students are Black, 41% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastside High School?
Eastside High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eastside High School offer ?
Eastside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Eastside High School part of?
Eastside High School is part of Newton County School District.
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