Harris County High School serves 1,677 students in grades 9-12.
Harris County High School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,677 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harris County High School's student population of 1,677 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,677 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harris County High School is ranked within the top 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Harris County High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#850 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
14%
36%
White
73%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harris County High School's ranking?
Harris County High School is ranked #850 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Harris County High School often compared to?
Harris County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harris County High School?
The graduation rate of Harris County High School is 92%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Harris County High School?
1,677 students attend Harris County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Harris County High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harris County High School?
Harris County High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harris County High School offer ?
Harris County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Harris County High School part of?
Harris County High School is part of Harris County School District.
School Reviews
5 8/18/2009
Harris County offers lots of advanced placement classes giving students the opportunity to earn college credits in high school. The school also has lots of extra curricular activities and clubs for students to get involved with including Future Business Leaders of America, Skills USA, and Future Farmers of America. The teachers, in general, seem to care about their students education at this facility. I strongly recommend this school.
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