Charlton County High School is a public high school located in Folkston, Georgia, United States. The school is part of the Charlton County School District, which serves Charlton County.
Serving 417 students in grades 9-12, Charlton 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Charlton County High School's attendance zone covers the entire district, located in Folkston, GA, and spans approximately 782.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 21.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 35.1 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charlton County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Charlton County High School's student population of 417 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
417 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
447 students
School Rankings
Charlton 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 Charlton County High School is 0.58, 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
#939 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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
≥95%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Indian
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charlton County High School's ranking?
Charlton County High School is ranked #939 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charlton County High School?
The graduation rate of Charlton County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Charlton County High School?
417 students attend Charlton County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Charlton County High School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charlton County High School?
Charlton County High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charlton County High School offer ?
Charlton County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charlton County High School part of?
Charlton County High School is part of Charlton County School District.
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