Serving 1,368 students in grades 9-12, Fayette County High School ranks in the top 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 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,368 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fayette County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fayette County High School's student population of 1,368 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,368 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fayette 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 Fayette County High School is 0.57, 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
#832 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
13%
18%
Black
63%
36%
White
13%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fayette County High School's ranking?
Fayette County High School is ranked #832 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Fayette County High School often compared to?
Fayette County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandy Creek High School, Mcintosh High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fayette County High School?
The graduation rate of Fayette County High School is 82%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Fayette County High School?
1,368 students attend Fayette County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Fayette County High School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fayette County High School?
Fayette County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fayette County High School offer ?
Fayette County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fayette County High School part of?
Fayette County High School is part of Fayette County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of Semester
December 20, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of Semester
January 06, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
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