Serving 484 students in grades 9-12, Irwin County 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 20-24% (which is lower than 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 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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: 484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irwin County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Irwin County High School's student population of 484 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Irwin County 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 Irwin County High School is 0.55, 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
#1036 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
18%
Black
37%
36%
White
56%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irwin County High School's ranking?
Irwin County High School is ranked #1036 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Irwin County High School often compared to?
Irwin County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, Tift County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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 Irwin County High School?
The graduation rate of Irwin County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Irwin County High School?
484 students attend Irwin County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Irwin County High School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irwin County High School?
Irwin County High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Irwin County High School offer ?
Irwin County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Irwin County High School part of?
Irwin County High School is part of Irwin County School District.
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