Serving 1,174 students in grades 9-12, Gilmer 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 34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,174 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilmer High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Gilmer High School's student population of 1,174 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,174 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gilmer 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 Gilmer High School is 0.46, 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
#896 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
31%
18%
Black
n/a
36%
White
67%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilmer High School's ranking?
Gilmer High School is ranked #896 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gilmer High School?
The graduation rate of Gilmer High School is 94%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Gilmer High School?
1,174 students attend Gilmer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Gilmer High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gilmer High School?
Gilmer High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gilmer High School offer ?
Gilmer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gilmer High School part of?
Gilmer High School is part of Gilmer County School District.
School Calendar
View the Gilmer High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
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