Serving 1,251 students in grades 9-12, Oconee County High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,251 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oconee County 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
Oconee County High School's student population of 1,251 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oconee County High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oconee County High School is 0.32, 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
#120 out of 2204 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
4%
36%
White
82%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oconee County High School's ranking?
Oconee County High School is ranked #120 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Oconee County High School often compared to?
Oconee County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Oconee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oconee County High School?
The graduation rate of Oconee County High School is 97%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Oconee County High School?
1,251 students attend Oconee County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Oconee County High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oconee County High School?
Oconee County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oconee County High School offer ?
Oconee County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Oconee County High School part of?
Oconee County High School is part of Oconee County School District.
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