Serving 1,619 students in grades 9-12, Locust Grove 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 7% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,619 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Locust Grove High School's student population of 1,619 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,619 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Locust Grove High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Locust Grove High School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1554 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
39%
36%
White
47%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Locust Grove High School's ranking?
Locust Grove High School is ranked #1554 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Locust Grove High School often compared to?
Locust Grove High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Locust Grove High School?
The graduation rate of Locust Grove High School is 85%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Locust Grove High School?
1,619 students attend Locust Grove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Locust Grove High School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Locust Grove High School?
Locust Grove High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Locust Grove High School offer ?
Locust Grove High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Locust Grove High School part of?
Locust Grove High School is part of Henry County School District.
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