Serving 1,849 students in grades 9-12, Veterans High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% 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: 1,849 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Veterans High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Veterans High School's student population of 1,849 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,849 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Veterans High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Veterans 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
#945 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
8%
18%
Black
25%
36%
White
59%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Veterans High School's ranking?
Veterans High School is ranked #945 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Veterans High School often compared to?
Veterans High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Houston County High School, Perry High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Veterans High School?
The graduation rate of Veterans High School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Veterans High School?
1,849 students attend Veterans High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Veterans High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Veterans High School?
Veterans High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Veterans High School offer ?
Veterans High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Veterans High School part of?
Veterans High School is part of Houston County School District.
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