Serving 2,065 students in grades 9-12, Houston County High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% 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: 2,065 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Houston County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Houston County High School's student population of 2,065 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,065 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Houston County High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Houston County 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
#344 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
11%
18%
Black
31%
36%
White
44%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houston County High School's ranking?
Houston County High School is ranked #344 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Houston County High School often compared to?
Houston County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Veterans High School, Perry High School, Warner Robins High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Houston County High School?
The graduation rate of Houston County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Houston County High School?
2,065 students attend Houston County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Houston County High School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Houston County High School?
Houston County High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Houston County High School offer ?
Houston County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Houston County High School part of?
Houston County High School is part of Houston County School District.
School Reviews
5 9/10/2019
I love this school!!! Despite what other parents may say, I know from experience you get what you give. All of the teachers I have dealt with answer emails in a prompt manner, transition well with single military parents(such as myself), the attendance office is on point and its part of a strict but freedom to learn your way environment. It is a High School, you know the school right before college, so I do not expect children to be babysat in order to do their work. They have the technical college right behind them and several other major Georgia colleges within 20 miles of the school that allows the students to obtain college credits while still in high school. There are ample opportunities for parents to be involved and track their students progress along the way. I think the teachers are very knowledgeable and are doing what they do best, teach.
2 1/17/2015
The school is overall good as far as teaching goes anyways. Most teachers are excellent and teach the kids very thoroughly. The food is good too, so that's a plus. However, like every school it has its issues. Examples include too small of hallways and everyone trying to go through one door, which as teenagers, they will move extra slow. Another thing, men are not allowed to wear earrings which means yes they are still a couple of steps back socially. Also parking is not free and they have "no spots" available. When I say no spots I mean if you ask for a parking pass and they say no, they mean there is no more spots in student parking lot, but there is plenty in teacher and visitor and I mean PLENTY. The teachers are good but the deans and discipline people tend to over exert their power just because "they can", and even if you have a good point to bring up to them that makes logical sense they will say you're arguing because they don't want to be wrong.
2 1/25/2011
This High school should not even be included in the word school. The Teachers don't know how to teach. There meathod of teaching is handing out worksheets and for students to teach themself. They have money for sports but not when it comes to buying books for education purpose. Parents try to communicate with teachers and but you get no response from teachers. This school doest not care of students sucess.
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