Serving 883 students in grades 9-12, Glenn Hills High School ranks in the bottom 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 2% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 883 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 65% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenn Hills High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Glenn Hills High School's student population of 883 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
883 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glenn Hills High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenn Hills High School is 0.20, 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
#2200 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
89%
36%
White
2%
36%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenn Hills High School's ranking?
Glenn Hills High School is ranked #2200 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Glenn Hills High School often compared to?
Glenn Hills High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cross Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glenn Hills High School?
The graduation rate of Glenn Hills High School is 65%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Glenn Hills High School?
883 students attend Glenn Hills High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Glenn Hills High School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenn Hills High School?
Glenn Hills High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenn Hills High School offer ?
Glenn Hills High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Glenn Hills High School part of?
Glenn Hills High School is part of Richmond County School District.
In what neighborhood is Glenn Hills High School located?
Glenn Hills High School is located in the Glenn Hills neighborhood of Augusta, GA. There are 1 other public schools located in Glenn Hills.
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