Serving 1,615 students in grades 9-12, Coastal Plains 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,615 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 16% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Coastal Plains High School's student population of 1,615 students has grown by 84% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,615 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Coastal Plains High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coastal Plains High School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1532 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
30%
36%
White
49%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
16%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coastal Plains High School's ranking?
Coastal Plains High School is ranked #1532 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Coastal Plains High School?
The graduation rate of Coastal Plains High School is 16%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Coastal Plains High School?
1,615 students attend Coastal Plains High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Coastal Plains High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Coastal Plains High School?
Coastal Plains High School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Coastal Plains High School offer ?
Coastal Plains High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Coastal Plains High School part of?
Coastal Plains High School is part of State Specialty Schools I- Coastal Plains High School District.
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