Serving 865 students in grades 9-12, Worth 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 25% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: 865 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Worth County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Worth County High School's student population of 865 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
865 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Worth 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 Worth 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
#1349 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
34%
36%
White
58%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
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 Worth County High School's ranking?
Worth County High School is ranked #1349 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Worth County High School often compared to?
Worth County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Early County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Worth County High School?
The graduation rate of Worth County High School is 84%, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Worth County High School?
865 students attend Worth County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Worth County High School students are White, 34% 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 Worth County High School?
Worth County High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Worth County High School offer ?
Worth County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Worth County High School part of?
Worth County High School is part of Worth County School District.
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