Serving 199 students in grades 9-12, Hancock 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than 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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hancock Central High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Sparta, GA, encompassing approximately 477.8 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 19.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hancock Central High School's student population of 199 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
199 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hancock 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 Hancock Central High School is 0.12, 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
#1790 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Hispanic
2%
20%
Black
94%
36%
White
2%
34%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
84.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hancock Central High School's ranking?
Hancock Central High School is ranked #1790 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hancock Central High School?
The graduation rate of Hancock Central High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Hancock Central High School?
199 students attend Hancock Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Hancock Central High School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hancock Central High School?
Hancock Central High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hancock Central High School offer ?
Hancock Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hancock Central High School part of?
Hancock Central High School is part of Hancock County School District.
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