Serving 1,572 students in grades 9-12, Locust Grove 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 22% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Locust Grove High serves the southeastern part of Locust Grove, GA, covering an area of approximately 44.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Locust Grove High School's student population of 1,572 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,572 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Locust Grove 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 Locust Grove High School is 0.62, 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
#1291 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
54%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
83%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Locust Grove High School's ranking?
Locust Grove High School is ranked #1291 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Locust Grove High School often compared to?
Locust Grove High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Luella High School, Jackson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Locust Grove High School?
The graduation rate of Locust Grove High School is 83%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Locust Grove High School?
1,572 students attend Locust Grove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Locust Grove High School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Locust Grove High School?
Locust Grove High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Locust Grove High School offer ?
Locust Grove High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Locust Grove High School part of?
Locust Grove High School is part of Henry County School District.
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