Serving 1,179 students in grades 9-12, Shaw 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% 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: 1,179 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shaw High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Shaw High School's student population of 1,179 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shaw 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 Shaw High School is 0.66, 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
#1900 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
16%
18%
Black
52%
36%
White
21%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Shaw High School's ranking?
Shaw High School is ranked #1900 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Shaw High School often compared to?
Shaw High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northside High School, Spencer 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 ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shaw High School?
The graduation rate of Shaw High School is 92%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Shaw High School?
1,179 students attend Shaw High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Shaw High School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shaw High School?
Shaw High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shaw High School offer ?
Shaw High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Shaw High School part of?
Shaw High School is part of Muscogee County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/6/2012
We have been very happy with Shaw. The teachers are very invested in the education of the students and have been very kind and caring.
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