Habersham Ninth Grade Academy serves 570 students in grades 9.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Habersham Ninth Grade Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Habersham Ninth Grade Academy's student population of 570 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
570 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Habersham Ninth Grade Academy is 0.52, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
31%
19%
Black
4%
36%
White
62%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
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 the graduation rate of Habersham Ninth Grade Academy?
The graduation rate of Habersham Ninth Grade Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Habersham Ninth Grade Academy?
570 students attend Habersham Ninth Grade Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Habersham Ninth Grade Academy students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Habersham Ninth Grade Academy?
Habersham Ninth Grade Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Habersham Ninth Grade Academy offer ?
Habersham Ninth Grade Academy offers enrollment in grades 9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Habersham Ninth Grade Academy part of?
Habersham Ninth Grade Academy is part of Habersham County School District.
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