Serving 1,115 students in grades 9-12, George County High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,115 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: George County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lucedale, MS, covering approximately 483.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 12.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 19.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
George County High School's student population of 1,115 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,115 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
George County High School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George County High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#183 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
10%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
77%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
94%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George County High School's ranking?
George County High School is ranked #183 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are George County High School often compared to?
George County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greene County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of George County High School?
The graduation rate of George County High School is 94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend George County High School?
1,115 students attend George County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of George County High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George County High School?
George County High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does George County High School offer ?
George County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George County High School part of?
George County High School is part of George County School District.
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