Winder-Barrow High School is a high school in Winder, Georgia, United States, serving grades 9–12. It has an enrollment of 1,911 students, and is the home of the Winder-Barrow "Bulldoggs." It is a part of Barrow County Schools.
Serving 1,856 students in grades 9-12, Winder-barrow 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 31% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,856 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winder-barrow High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Winder-barrow High School's student population of 1,856 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,856 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
School Rankings
Winder-barrow 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 Winder-barrow High School is 0.67, 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
#1071 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
26%
19%
Black
15%
36%
White
49%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogg ("gg" Or "double G")
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winder-barrow High School's ranking?
Winder-barrow High School is ranked #1071 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Winder-barrow High School often compared to?
Winder-barrow High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apalachee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Winder-barrow High School?
The graduation rate of Winder-barrow High School is 88%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Winder-barrow High School?
1,856 students attend Winder-barrow High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Winder-barrow High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winder-barrow High School?
Winder-barrow High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Winder-barrow High School offer ?
Winder-barrow High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winder-barrow High School part of?
Winder-barrow High School is part of Barrow County School District.
School Calendar
View the Winder-barrow High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break - No School
October 06, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
First Day Back after Break
January 06, 2026 (Tuesday)
No School - Spring Break
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
Early Release - Last Day of School
May 20, 2026 (Wednesday)
School Reviews
2 1/13/2022
The above rankings are very deceiving because such scores don't always measure how good a school really is. Rather than blame the school, I find fault with disconnected parents who take no interest in their child's education and offer no support or reinforcement at home. My personal experience as a WBHS parent has been HIGHLY favorable. The school has a positive, safe environment and the staff communicates well. My students have found their classes engaging and they feel that their teachers at WBHS really care about their success. My kids were not just a number here, instead, they felt valued and challenged to reach their full potential. WBHS has done an excellent job preparing them for the next step to college and for success in life.
5 11/4/2007
a.I am very pleased with the teachers and the staff at Winder Barrow High School.
b. There is a level of quality within the school. My 16 year old Candler Phillips is very active with in the heart of the school.
c. I believe that you can never praise a child to much.
d. I have to say, there is never enough.
I could be better.
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