Appling County High School is a high school in Baxley, Appling County, Georgia, United States. It is part of the Appling County School District. It has approximately 1,000 students and 70 teachers in grades 9-12. The students are 66% white, 30% African-American, and 4% Hispanic.
Serving 1,013 students in grades 9-12, Appling County 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 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,013 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Appling County High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Baxley, GA, encompassing approximately 512.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 13.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 24 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Appling County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Appling County High School's student population of 1,013 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,013 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Rankings
Appling County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Appling County High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#771 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
5%
5%
Showing 2007–2017. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Mascot
Pirate
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Appling County High School's ranking?
Appling County High School is ranked #771 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Appling County High School?
The graduation rate of Appling County High School is 94%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Appling County High School?
1,013 students attend Appling County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Appling County High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Appling County High School?
Appling County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Appling County High School offer ?
Appling County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Appling County High School part of?
Appling County High School is part of Appling County School District.
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