Serving 1,833 students in grades 9-12, Jackson County 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% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% 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: 1,833 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jackson County High School's student population of 1,833 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,833 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jackson County 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 Jackson County High School is 0.53, 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
#650 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
17%
18%
Black
9%
36%
White
66%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson County High School's ranking?
Jackson County High School is ranked #650 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Jackson County High School often compared to?
Jackson County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson High School, East Jackson Comprehensive High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jackson County High School?
The graduation rate of Jackson County High School is 93%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Jackson County High School?
1,833 students attend Jackson County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Jackson County High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jackson County High School?
Jackson County High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jackson County High School offer ?
Jackson County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jackson County High School part of?
Jackson County High School is part of Jackson County School District.
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