For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 324 students in 39842, GA.
The top ranked public high school in 39842, GA is Terrell High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 39842 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Georgia public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39842, GA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39842 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the Georgia average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Terrell High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Georgia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public high school average of 63% (majority Black).
Best 39842, GA Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Terrell High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
201 Greenwave Blvd
Dawson, GA 39842
(229) 995-2544
Dawson, GA 39842
(229) 995-2544
Grades: 9-12
| 309 students
Rank: n/an/a
Terrell Regional Youth Detention Center
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1666 Albany Hwy
Dawson, GA 39842
(404) 508-6570
Dawson, GA 39842
(404) 508-6570
Grades: 6-10
| 15 students
39842, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
455 Greenwave Drive
Dawson, GA 39842
(229) 995-5451
Dawson, GA 39842
(229) 995-5451
Grades: 3-5
| 336 students
201 Greenwave Blvd.
Dawson, GA 39842
(229) 995-2544
Dawson, GA 39842
(229) 995-2544
Grades: 6-12
| 830 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 39842, GA?
The top ranked public high schools in 39842, GA include Terrell High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39842?
2 public high schools are located in 39842.
What is the racial composition of students in 39842?
39842 public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public high schools average of 63% (majority Black).
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