Serving 579 students in grades 9-12, Social Circle High School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 579 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Social Circle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Social Circle High School's student population of 579 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
579 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Social Circle 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 Social Circle High School is 0.45, 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
#879 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
21%
36%
White
71%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Social Circle High School's ranking?
Social Circle High School is ranked #879 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Social Circle High School often compared to?
Social Circle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walnut Grove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Social Circle High School?
The graduation rate of Social Circle High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Social Circle High School?
579 students attend Social Circle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Social Circle High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Social Circle High School?
Social Circle High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Social Circle High School offer ?
Social Circle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Social Circle High School part of?
Social Circle High School is part of Social Circle City School District.
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