Serving 833 students in grades 9-12, Jeff Davis High School ranks in the top 50% 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 37% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: 833 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jeff Davis High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Jeff Davis High School's student population of 833 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
833 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jeff Davis 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 Jeff Davis High School is 0.59, 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
#917 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
24%
18%
Black
15%
36%
White
58%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
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 Jeff Davis High School's ranking?
Jeff Davis High School is ranked #917 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jeff Davis High School?
The graduation rate of Jeff Davis High School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Jeff Davis High School?
833 students attend Jeff Davis High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Jeff Davis High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jeff Davis High School?
Jeff Davis High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jeff Davis High School offer ?
Jeff Davis High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jeff Davis High School part of?
Jeff Davis High School is part of Jeff Davis County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
First Day Class Meetings (Events)
January 03, 2025 (Friday)
No School - Spring Break (Events)
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School (Events)
May 20, 2025 (Tuesday)
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