Serving 1,361 students in grades 9-12, Cedartown 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 17% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,361 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cedartown High School's student population of 1,361 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cedartown 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 Cedartown 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
#1653 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
40%
18%
Black
12%
36%
White
45%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
7%
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 Cedartown High School's ranking?
Cedartown High School is ranked #1653 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Cedartown High School often compared to?
Cedartown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockmart High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cedartown High School?
The graduation rate of Cedartown High School is 81%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Cedartown High School?
1,361 students attend Cedartown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Cedartown High School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cedartown High School?
Cedartown High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cedartown High School offer ?
Cedartown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cedartown High School part of?
Cedartown High School is part of Polk County School District.
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