Serving 3,001 students in grades 9-12, East Coweta 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 36% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% 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: 3,001 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: East Coweta High School serves the eastern part of Sharpsburg, GA, covering an area of approximately 141.8 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Coweta High School's student population of 3,001 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 170 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,001 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
170 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1946
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Coweta 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 East Coweta High School is 0.68, 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
#795 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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
90%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Indian
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Coweta High School's ranking?
East Coweta High School is ranked #795 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are East Coweta High School often compared to?
East Coweta High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northgate High School, Newnan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Coweta High School?
The graduation rate of East Coweta High School is 90%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend East Coweta High School?
3,001 students attend East Coweta High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of East Coweta High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Coweta High School?
East Coweta High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Coweta High School offer ?
East Coweta High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Coweta High School part of?
East Coweta High School is part of Coweta County School District.
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