Serving 1,169 students in grades 9-12, Harlem 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% 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: 1,169 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harlem High School's student population of 1,169 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,169 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harlem 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 Harlem High School is 0.53, 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
#1760 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
19%
36%
White
65%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
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 Harlem High School's ranking?
Harlem High School is ranked #1760 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Harlem High School often compared to?
Harlem High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evans High School, Grovetown High School, Lakeside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harlem High School?
The graduation rate of Harlem High School is 88%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Harlem High School?
1,169 students attend Harlem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Harlem High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harlem High School?
Harlem High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harlem High School offer ?
Harlem High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Harlem High School part of?
Harlem High School is part of Columbia County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break (HHS Calendar)
April 08, 2024 (Monday)
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