Irwin County High School is a public high school located in Ocilla, Georgia, United States. It serves grades 9 through 12. Around 450 students currently attend Irwin County High School as of the 2011-2012 school year.
Serving 483 students in grades 9-12, Irwin County High School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Irwin County High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Ocilla, GA, encompassing approximately 362.8 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.7 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 17.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irwin County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Irwin County High School's student population of 483 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
483 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Irwin 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 Irwin County High School is 0.57, 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
#1045 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Mascot
Indian
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irwin County High School's ranking?
Irwin County High School is ranked #1045 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Irwin County High School often compared to?
Irwin County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tift County High School, Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Irwin County High School?
The graduation rate of Irwin County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Irwin County High School?
483 students attend Irwin County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Irwin County High School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Irwin County High School?
Irwin County High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Irwin County High School offer ?
Irwin County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Irwin County High School part of?
Irwin County High School is part of Irwin County School District.
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