Commerce High School is a public high school in Commerce, Georgia, United States.
Serving 546 students in grades 9-12, Commerce 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 40-44% (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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Commerce High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Commerce High School's student population of 546 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1955
School Motto
A Better Community...One Student at a Time!
School Rankings
Commerce 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 Commerce High School is 0.54, 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
#683 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
18%
19%
Black
11%
36%
White
65%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Commerce High School's ranking?
Commerce High School is ranked #683 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Commerce High School often compared to?
Commerce High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson High School, Jackson County High School, East Jackson Comprehensive High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Commerce High School?
The graduation rate of Commerce High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Commerce High School?
546 students attend Commerce High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Commerce High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Commerce High School?
Commerce High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Commerce High School offer ?
Commerce High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Commerce High School part of?
Commerce High School is part of Commerce City School District.
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