Serving 1,118 students in grades 9-12, Jenkins 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 22% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,118 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jenkins High School's student population of 1,118 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,118 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jenkins 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 Jenkins High School is 0.60, 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
#1517 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
13%
18%
Black
60%
36%
White
17%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jenkins High School's ranking?
Jenkins High School is ranked #1517 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Jenkins High School often compared to?
Jenkins High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnson High School, Beach High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jenkins High School?
The graduation rate of Jenkins High School is 86%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Jenkins High School?
1,118 students attend Jenkins High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Jenkins High School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jenkins High School?
Jenkins High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jenkins High School offer ?
Jenkins High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jenkins High School part of?
Jenkins High School is part of Savannah-Chatham County School District.
In what neighborhood is Jenkins High School located?
Jenkins High School is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Savannah, GA. There are 9 other public schools located in Midtown.
School Reviews
5 9/19/2015
My son moved to Georgia last year and is now trying to return to school to get his High School Diploma. The only problem is, is that he's 20 and will be 21 in April. DO you think this the right program for him? And if not, can you give any suggestions? Thanks in advance
5 1/31/2011
Jenkins high school provides a strong academic program enhanced by athletics and the arts. It hosts the areas only engineering program. Although the facility is old, the school provides a pleasant environment for student learning.
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