Serving 838 students in grades 9-12, Fitzgerald 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 20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 838 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fitzgerald High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Fitzgerald High School's student population of 838 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
838 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fitzgerald High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fitzgerald High School is 0.66, 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
#1699 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
16%
18%
Black
41%
36%
White
39%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fitzgerald High School's ranking?
Fitzgerald High School is ranked #1699 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Fitzgerald High School often compared to?
Fitzgerald High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ware County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fitzgerald High School?
The graduation rate of Fitzgerald High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Fitzgerald High School?
838 students attend Fitzgerald High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Fitzgerald High School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fitzgerald High School?
Fitzgerald High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fitzgerald High School offer ?
Fitzgerald High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fitzgerald High School part of?
Fitzgerald High School is part of Ben Hill County School District.
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