Serving 2,280 students in grades 9-12, Grovetown 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 27% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grovetown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Grovetown High School's student population of 2,280 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Grovetown 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 Grovetown High School is 0.70, 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
#1166 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
41%
36%
White
32%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grovetown High School's ranking?
Grovetown High School is ranked #1166 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Grovetown High School often compared to?
Grovetown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenbrier High School, Evans High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grovetown High School?
The graduation rate of Grovetown High School is 88%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Grovetown High School?
2,280 students attend Grovetown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Grovetown High School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grovetown High School?
Grovetown High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grovetown High School offer ?
Grovetown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Grovetown High School part of?
Grovetown High School is part of Columbia County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break (Events)
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 08, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 09, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 10, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 11, 2025 (Friday)
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