Serving 1,422 students in grades 9-12, Cartersville 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 14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,422 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cartersville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cartersville High School's student population of 1,422 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cartersville 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 Cartersville High School is 0.68, 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
#1455 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
23%
18%
Black
21%
36%
White
48%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Cartersville High School's ranking?
Cartersville High School is ranked #1455 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Cartersville High School often compared to?
Cartersville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland High School, Cass High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cartersville High School?
The graduation rate of Cartersville High School is 91%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Cartersville High School?
1,422 students attend Cartersville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Cartersville High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cartersville High School?
Cartersville High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cartersville High School offer ?
Cartersville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cartersville High School part of?
Cartersville High School is part of Cartersville City School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School (1/2 day)
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of School
August 01, 2024 (Thursday)
Fall Break
September 30, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break
October 01, 2024 (Tuesday)
Fall Break
October 02, 2024 (Wednesday)
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