Serving 376 students in grades 9-12, Wilkinson County 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: 376 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilkinson County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Community Size
School Overview
Wilkinson County High School's student population of 376 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wilkinson County 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 Wilkinson County High School is 0.55, 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
#2065 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
18%
Black
62%
36%
White
26%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilkinson County High School's ranking?
Wilkinson County High School is ranked #2065 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Wilkinson County High School often compared to?
Wilkinson County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jones County High School, Baldwin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wilkinson County High School?
The graduation rate of Wilkinson County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Wilkinson County High School?
376 students attend Wilkinson County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Wilkinson County High School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilkinson County High School?
Wilkinson County High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wilkinson County High School offer ?
Wilkinson County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wilkinson County High School part of?
Wilkinson County High School is part of Wilkinson County School District.
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