Serving 3,079 students in grades 9-12, Lowndes High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher 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 40% 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: 3,079 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lowndes High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lowndes High School's student population of 3,079 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 171 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,079 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
171 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lowndes High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowndes High School is 0.58, 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
#193 out of 2168 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
10%
18%
Black
24%
36%
White
60%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Lowndes High School is a public high school in Lowndes County, Georgia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowndes High School's ranking?
Lowndes High School is ranked #193 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lowndes High School often compared to?
Lowndes High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valdosta High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lowndes High School?
The graduation rate of Lowndes High School is 92%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lowndes High School?
3,079 students attend Lowndes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Lowndes High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lowndes High School?
Lowndes High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lowndes High School offer ?
Lowndes High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lowndes High School part of?
Lowndes High School is part of Lowndes County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 02, 2024 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
April 03, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
April 04, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break
April 05, 2024 (Friday)
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