Serving 978 students in grades 9-12, Crisp 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 19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 978 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Crisp County High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Cordele, GA, encompassing approximately 281 square miles. The zone typically requires a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 10.4 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum of 14 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crisp County High School's student population of 978 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
978 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crisp County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crisp 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
#1782 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
58%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
29%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Graduation Rate
83%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crisp County High School's ranking?
Crisp County High School is ranked #1782 out of 2,192 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Crisp County High School?
The graduation rate of Crisp County High School is 83%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Crisp County High School?
978 students attend Crisp County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Crisp County High School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crisp County High School?
Crisp County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crisp County High School offer ?
Crisp County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crisp County High School part of?
Crisp County High School is part of Crisp County School District.
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