Serving 1,613 students in grades 9-12, Jackson County 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 20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,613 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson County High School's student population of 1,613 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,613 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jackson County 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 Jackson County High School is 0.47, 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
#1609 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
15%
18%
Black
8%
36%
White
71%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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 Jackson County High School's ranking?
Jackson County High School is ranked #1609 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Jackson County High School often compared to?
Jackson County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson High School, East Jackson Comprehensive High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jackson County High School?
The graduation rate of Jackson County High School is 93%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Jackson County High School?
1,613 students attend Jackson County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Jackson County High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jackson County High School?
Jackson County High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jackson County High School offer ?
Jackson County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jackson County High School part of?
Jackson County High School is part of Jackson County School District.
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