Serving 2,519 students in grades 9-12, Foothills Charter High School (Central Office - Athens) 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,519 students
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 7% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foothills Charter High School (Central Office - Athens) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Foothills Charter High School (Central Office - Athens)'s student population of 2,519 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 49% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Foothills Charter High School (Central Office - Athens) 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 Foothills Charter High School (Central Office - Athens) is 0.66, 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
#1046 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
13%
18%
Black
35%
36%
White
45%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
7%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foothills Charter High School (Central Office - Athens)'s ranking?
Foothills Charter High School (Central Office - Athens) is ranked #1046 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Foothills Charter High School (Central Office - Athens)?
The graduation rate of Foothills Charter High School (Central Office - Athens) is 7%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Foothills Charter High School (Central Office - Athens)?
2,519 students attend Foothills Charter High School (Central Office - Athens).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Foothills Charter High School (Central Office - Athens) students are White, 35% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Foothills Charter High School (Central Office - Athens) offer ?
Foothills Charter High School (Central Office - Athens) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Foothills Charter High School (Central Office - Athens) part of?
Foothills Charter High School (Central Office - Athens) is part of State Charter Schools- Foothills Charter High School (Centr School District.
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