Serving 388 students in grades 9-12, Hawkinsville High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawkinsville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Hawkinsville High School's student population of 388 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hawkinsville 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 Hawkinsville High School is 0.62, 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
#702 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
18%
Black
37%
36%
White
49%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawkinsville High School's ranking?
Hawkinsville High School is ranked #702 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Hawkinsville High School often compared to?
Hawkinsville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hawkinsville High School?
The graduation rate of Hawkinsville High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Hawkinsville High School?
388 students attend Hawkinsville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Hawkinsville High School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hawkinsville High School?
Hawkinsville High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hawkinsville High School offer ?
Hawkinsville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hawkinsville High School part of?
Hawkinsville High School is part of Pulaski County School District.
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