Serving 2,309 students in grades 9-12, Rockdale 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 10-14% (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 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rockdale County High School's student population of 2,309 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 134 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
134 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rockdale 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 Rockdale County High School is 0.44, 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
#1731 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
14%
18%
Black
73%
36%
White
8%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockdale County High School's ranking?
Rockdale County High School is ranked #1731 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Rockdale County High School often compared to?
Rockdale County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage High School, Salem High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% 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 Rockdale County High School?
The graduation rate of Rockdale County High School is 85%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Rockdale County High School?
2,309 students attend Rockdale County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Rockdale County High School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rockdale County High School?
Rockdale County High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rockdale County High School offer ?
Rockdale County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rockdale County High School part of?
Rockdale County High School is part of Rockdale County School District.
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