Serving 244 students in grades 9-12, Echols County High School ranks in the top 30% 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 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Echols County High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Statenville, GA, encompassing approximately 420.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 18.2 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 27.2 miles at its furthest point.
- 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
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Echols County High School's student population of 244 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
244 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Echols County High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Echols County High School is 0.54, 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
#480 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
54%
20%
Black
1%
36%
White
42%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
63%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Echols County High School's ranking?
Echols County High School is ranked #480 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
244 students attend Echols County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Echols County High School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Echols County High School?
Echols County High School has a student ration of 12:1, 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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