Serving 1,288 students in grades 9-12, Long County 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 44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,288 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Long County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Long County High School's student population of 1,288 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,288 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Long County 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 Long County High School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#781 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
18%
19%
Black
31%
36%
White
40%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Long County High School's ranking?
Long County High School is ranked #781 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Long County High School often compared to?
Long County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bradwell Institute, Johnson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Long County High School?
The graduation rate of Long County High School is 96%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Long County High School?
1,288 students attend Long County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Long County High School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Long County High School?
Long County High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Long County High School offer ?
Long County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Long County High School part of?
Long County High School is part of Long County School District.
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