Serving 524 students in grades 9-12, Brooks County 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% 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: 524 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooks County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Brooks County High School's student population of 524 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brooks County 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 Brooks County High School is 0.63, 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
#2080 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
15%
18%
Black
49%
36%
White
33%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooks County High School's ranking?
Brooks County High School is ranked #2080 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Brooks County High School often compared to?
Brooks County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lowndes High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brooks County High School?
The graduation rate of Brooks County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Brooks County High School?
524 students attend Brooks County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Brooks County High School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooks County High School?
Brooks County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brooks County High School offer ?
Brooks County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Brooks County High School part of?
Brooks County High School is part of Brooks County School District.
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