Serving 1,695 students in grades 9-12, Mcintosh High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,695 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcintosh High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mcintosh High School's student population of 1,695 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,695 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcintosh High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcintosh High School is 0.63, 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
#87 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
15%
18%
Black
10%
36%
White
57%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcintosh High School's ranking?
Mcintosh High School is ranked #87 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mcintosh High School often compared to?
Mcintosh High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Starrs Mill High School, Sandy Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mcintosh High School?
The graduation rate of Mcintosh High School is 93%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mcintosh High School?
1,695 students attend Mcintosh High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Mcintosh High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcintosh High School?
Mcintosh High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcintosh High School offer ?
Mcintosh High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mcintosh High School part of?
Mcintosh High School is part of Fayette County School District.
School Calendar
View the Mcintosh High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break for Students
October 14, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of Semester
December 20, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of Semester
January 06, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
School Reviews
2 9/30/2014
This school has good teachers and a few bad teachers. No different than any other school. Its the parents and the money in this town that make the test scores higher.
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