Serving 246 students in grades 9-12, Echols County High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Echols County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Echols County High School's student population of 246 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Echols County High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Echols County High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#439 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
50%
19%
Black
3%
36%
White
43%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Echols County High School's ranking?
Echols County High School is ranked #439 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Echols County High School?
The graduation rate of Echols County High School is 90%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Echols County High School?
246 students attend Echols County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Echols County High School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Echols County High School?
Echols County High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Echols County High School offer ?
Echols County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Echols County High School part of?
Echols County High School is part of Echols County School District.
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