Eastside High School is a public secondary school in Covington, Georgia, United States. It is part of the Newton County School System. It was opened in 1994 as a transitional school and became an official high school in 1998 when it had its first graduating class.
Serving 1,590 students in grades 9-12, Eastside 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 27% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% 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: 1,590 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eastside High School serves the eastern part of Covington, GA, covering an area of approximately 99.4 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 11.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eastside High School's student population of 1,590 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,590 students
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
School Motto
It’s a Great Day to be an EAGLE!
School Rankings
Eastside 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 Eastside High School is 0.64, 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
#1145 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
45%
36%
White
38%
34%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Silver
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastside High School's ranking?
Eastside High School is ranked #1145 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Eastside High School often compared to?
Eastside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newton High School, Alcovy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eastside High School?
The graduation rate of Eastside High School is 93%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Eastside High School?
1,590 students attend Eastside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Eastside High School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastside High School?
Eastside High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eastside High School offer ?
Eastside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastside High School part of?
Eastside High School is part of Newton County School District.
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