Haralson County High School is a public high school in Tallapoosa, Georgia, United States. With the team nickname "Rebels", the school's trophy room of the gym features the Confederate battle flag painted on the wall. In September 2000, someone painted over the gym flag, and students voted 861 to 150 to repaint it.
Serving 937 students in grades 9-12, Haralson County High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 937 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Haralson County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Haralson County High School's student population of 937 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
937 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1970
Colors
Blue, Red, Blue-gray
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
RESPECTFUL. RESPONSIBLE. RELIABLE. WE ARE THE REBELS!
School Mascot
Rebels
School Rankings
Haralson County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Haralson County High School is 0.22, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#884 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
2%
36%
White
88%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rebels
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Haralson County High School's ranking?
Haralson County High School is ranked #884 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Haralson County High School often compared to?
Haralson County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bremen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Haralson County High School?
The graduation rate of Haralson County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Haralson County High School?
937 students attend Haralson County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Haralson County High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 Haralson County High School?
Haralson County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Haralson County High School offer ?
Haralson County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Haralson County High School part of?
Haralson County High School is part of Haralson County School District.
School Reviews
5 6/22/2011
I rate Haralson County High School at 4.5 it recently went though a renovation, hired new staff members and has added a fine arts building. i would put this school way above MT. Zion and Bowdon
2 9/26/2007
This is an okay school. Not one of the best out there, but it is more acceptable than bowdon and mt. zion. I would rate it in the middle. Keep it up teachers, one day you will get better. Just aim high!
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