For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 644 students in Heard County, GA.
The top ranked public high schools in Heard County, GA are Arrow Academy Alternative School and Heard County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Heard County, GA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Georgia public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in Heard County have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public high schools.
Heard County, GA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Georgia average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Heard County High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Georgia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public high school average of 63% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Heard County (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Arrow Academy Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
545 Main Street
Franklin, GA 30217
(706) 675-3656
Franklin, GA 30217
(706) 675-3656
Grades: 6-12
| 18 students
Rank: #22.
Heard County High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
545 Main St
Franklin, GA 30217
(706) 675-3656
Franklin, GA 30217
(706) 675-3656
Grades: 9-12
| 626 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Heard County, GA?
The top ranked public high schools in Heard County, GA include Arrow Academy Alternative School and Heard County High School.
How many public high schools are located in Heard County?
2 public high schools are located in Heard County.
What is the racial composition of students in Heard County?
Heard County public high schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public high schools average of 63% (majority Black).
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