Serving 2,520 students in grades 9-12, Mountain Education Charter High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,520 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 12% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Education Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Mountain Education Charter High School's student population of 2,520 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mountain Education Charter High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain Education Charter High School is 0.45, 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
#797 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
18%
18%
Black
5%
36%
White
72%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
12%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Mountain Education Charter High School's ranking?
Mountain Education Charter High School is ranked #797 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mountain Education Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Mountain Education Charter High School is 12%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mountain Education Charter High School?
2,520 students attend Mountain Education Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Mountain Education Charter High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mountain Education Charter High School?
Mountain Education Charter High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mountain Education Charter High School offer ?
Mountain Education Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mountain Education Charter High School part of?
Mountain Education Charter High School is part of State Charter Schools- Mountain Education Charter High Scho School District.
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