Serving 1,293 students in grades 8-12, East Jackson Comprehensive High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,293 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Jackson Comprehensive High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
East Jackson Comprehensive High School's student population of 1,293 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
1,293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Jackson Comprehensive High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Jackson Comprehensive High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#878 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
20%
18%
Black
8%
36%
White
67%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Jackson Comprehensive High School's ranking?
East Jackson Comprehensive High School is ranked #878 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are East Jackson Comprehensive High School often compared to?
East Jackson Comprehensive High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Jackson Comprehensive High School?
The graduation rate of East Jackson Comprehensive High School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend East Jackson Comprehensive High School?
1,293 students attend East Jackson Comprehensive High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of East Jackson Comprehensive High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Jackson Comprehensive High School?
East Jackson Comprehensive High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Jackson Comprehensive High School offer ?
East Jackson Comprehensive High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is East Jackson Comprehensive High School part of?
East Jackson Comprehensive High School is part of Jackson County School District.
School Reviews
5 2/17/2011
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