Serving 1,472 students in grades 9-12, North Oconee High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher 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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Oconee 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
School Overview
North Oconee High School's student population of 1,472 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Oconee High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Oconee High School is 0.40, 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
#40 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
3%
36%
White
77%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Oconee High School's ranking?
North Oconee High School is ranked #40 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are North Oconee High School often compared to?
North Oconee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oconee County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Oconee High School?
The graduation rate of North Oconee High School is 98%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend North Oconee High School?
1,472 students attend North Oconee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of North Oconee High School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Oconee High School?
North Oconee High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Oconee High School offer ?
North Oconee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Oconee High School part of?
North Oconee High School is part of Oconee County School District.
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