Apalachee High School is a public high school located near Winder, Georgia, United States. The school mascot is a wildcat. Apalachee is a part of Barrow County Schools, a Title I district. Feeder schools include Haymon-Morris Middle School and Westside Middle School.
Serving 1,928 students in grades 9-12, Apalachee High School ranks in the bottom 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 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,928 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Apalachee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Apalachee High School's student population of 1,928 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 125 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,928 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
125 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Apalachee High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Apalachee High School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1209 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
31%
19%
Black
19%
36%
White
41%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apalachee High School's ranking?
Apalachee High School is ranked #1209 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Apalachee High School often compared to?
Apalachee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winder-barrow 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 37% GA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Apalachee High School?
The graduation rate of Apalachee High School is 91%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Apalachee High School?
1,928 students attend Apalachee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Apalachee High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Apalachee High School?
Apalachee High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Apalachee High School offer ?
Apalachee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Apalachee High School part of?
Apalachee High School is part of Barrow County School District.
School Calendar
View the Apalachee High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break - No School
October 06, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
First Day Back after Break
January 06, 2026 (Tuesday)
No School - Spring Break
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
Early Release - Last Day of School
May 20, 2026 (Wednesday)
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