Serving 1,287 students in grades 9-12, East Hall 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 18% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Hall High School serves the eastern part of Gainesville, GA, covering an area of approximately 94.4 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 4.7 miles to the school's edges and a maximum distance of 11.7 miles to the furthest point in the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Hall High School's student population of 1,287 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,287 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student, every chance, every day
School Rankings
East Hall 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 East Hall High School is 0.52, 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
#1736 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
65%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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
88%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
School Mascot
Viking
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Hall High School's ranking?
East Hall High School is ranked #1736 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are East Hall High School often compared to?
East Hall High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chestatee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Hall High School?
The graduation rate of East Hall High School is 88%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend East Hall High School?
1,287 students attend East Hall High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of East Hall High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Hall High School?
East Hall High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Hall High School offer ?
East Hall High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Hall High School part of?
East Hall High School is part of Hall County School District.
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