Cross Creek High School is a public high school located in the South Augusta area of Augusta, Georgia, United States. The school is located within the Richmond County School System.
Serving 1,152 students in grades 9-12, Cross Creek 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 2% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,152 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 75% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cross Creek High School serves the southeast part of Augusta, GA, covering an area of approximately 76.8 square miles. Most students live within a 15-20 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 7.8 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 11.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cross Creek High School's student population of 1,152 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,152 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student, every day, that is the FPS way!
School Rankings
Cross Creek High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cross Creek High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2116 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
71%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
75%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, White, and Blue
School Mascot
Razorback
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cross Creek High School's ranking?
Cross Creek High School is ranked #2116 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Cross Creek High School often compared to?
Cross Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenn Hills High School, Butler High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cross Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Cross Creek High School is 75%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Cross Creek High School?
1,152 students attend Cross Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Cross Creek High School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cross Creek High School?
Cross Creek High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cross Creek High School offer ?
Cross Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cross Creek High School part of?
Cross Creek High School is part of Richmond County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
best experiance of my life. Great staff and students!!
5 10/10/2025
The best decision that l made was to have my son attend this school. You have a leader that know the students name and will call a parent about a student. Dr. Moore have no problem in giving his personal cell phone number to the parents. The school has a great parents support group. That speak more about the Leadership at the school
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