Serving 633 students in grades 9-12, Bacon County High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher 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 42% 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: 633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Bacon County High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Alma, GA, encompassing approximately 285.8 square miles. The typical drive time to the school is 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 14 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bacon County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bacon County High School's student population of 633 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
633 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bacon County High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bacon County High School is 0.60, 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
#439 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.4%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Black
School Mascot
Raiders
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bacon County High School's ranking?
Bacon County High School is ranked #439 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bacon County High School?
The graduation rate of Bacon County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Bacon County High School?
633 students attend Bacon County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Bacon County High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bacon County High School?
Bacon County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bacon County High School offer ?
Bacon County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bacon County High School part of?
Bacon County High School is part of Bacon County School District.
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