Serving 1,966 students in grades 9-12, Alcovy 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 3% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% 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: 1,966 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alcovy High School's student population of 1,966 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,966 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alcovy 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 Alcovy High School is 0.56, 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
#2076 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
10%
18%
Black
61%
36%
White
25%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Alcovy High School's ranking?
Alcovy High School is ranked #2076 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Alcovy High School often compared to?
Alcovy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newton High School, Eastside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alcovy High School?
The graduation rate of Alcovy High School is 85%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Alcovy High School?
1,966 students attend Alcovy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Alcovy High School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alcovy High School?
Alcovy High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alcovy High School offer ?
Alcovy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alcovy High School part of?
Alcovy High School is part of Newton County School District.
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