Serving 875 students in grades 9-12, Gordon Central 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 31% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 875 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gordon Central High School serves the western part of Calhoun, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 155.9 square miles. Most students typically live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gordon Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
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Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Gordon Central High School's student population of 875 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
875 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gordon Central 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 Gordon Central High School is 0.52, 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
#1312 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gordon Central High School's ranking?
Gordon Central High School is ranked #1312 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Gordon Central High School often compared to?
Gordon Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calhoun High School, Sonoraville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gordon Central High School?
The graduation rate of Gordon Central High School is 96%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Gordon Central High School?
875 students attend Gordon Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Gordon Central High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gordon Central High School?
Gordon Central High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gordon Central High School offer ?
Gordon Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gordon Central High School part of?
Gordon Central High School is part of Gordon County School District.
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