Serving 2,108 students in grades 9-12, Effingham County 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 41% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% 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: 2,108 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Effingham County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Effingham County High School's student population of 2,108 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,108 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Effingham County 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 Effingham County High School is 0.56, 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
#787 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
10%
18%
Black
23%
36%
White
62%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
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 Effingham County High School's ranking?
Effingham County High School is ranked #787 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Effingham County High School often compared to?
Effingham County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Effingham 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 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Effingham County High School?
The graduation rate of Effingham County High School is 89%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Effingham County High School?
2,108 students attend Effingham County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Effingham County High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Effingham County High School?
Effingham County High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Effingham County High School offer ?
Effingham County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Effingham County High School part of?
Effingham County High School is part of Effingham County School District.
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