Serving 408 students in grades 9-12, Gordon Lee High School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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: 408 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gordon Lee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Community Size
School Overview
Gordon Lee High School's student population of 408 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gordon Lee High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gordon Lee High School is 0.08, 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
#462 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
18%
Black
n/a
36%
White
96%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gordon Lee High School's ranking?
Gordon Lee High School is ranked #462 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Gordon Lee High School often compared to?
Gordon Lee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridgeland High School, Lafayette High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gordon Lee High School?
The graduation rate of Gordon Lee High School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Gordon Lee High School?
408 students attend Gordon Lee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Gordon Lee High School students are White, 2% 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 Gordon Lee High School?
Gordon Lee High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gordon Lee High School offer ?
Gordon Lee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gordon Lee High School part of?
Gordon Lee High School is part of Chickamauga City School District.
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