Mitchell County High School is a secondary school located in Camilla, Georgia, United States. It is a part of the Mitchell County School District. The school educates students in grades 9–12. Its district includes all areas in Mitchell County except for Pelham.
Serving 334 students in grades 9-12, Mitchell County 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mitchell County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Camilla, GA, covering approximately 509.7 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 20 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mitchell County High School's student population of 334 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
334 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1980
School Motto
Soaring Towards Success: Building a Brighter Future
School Rankings
Mitchell County 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 Mitchell County High School is 0.25, 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
#2047 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
86%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.3%
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 (12-13)
10%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Red
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mitchell County High School's ranking?
Mitchell County High School is ranked #2047 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mitchell County High School often compared to?
Mitchell County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pelham High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mitchell County High School?
The graduation rate of Mitchell County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Mitchell County High School?
334 students attend Mitchell County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Mitchell County High School students are Black, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mitchell County High School?
Mitchell County High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mitchell County High School offer ?
Mitchell County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mitchell County High School part of?
Mitchell County High School is part of Mitchell County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
MCSS Fall Break
October 14, 2026 (Wednesday)
MCSS Fall Break
October 15, 2026 (Thursday)
MCSS Fall Break
October 16, 2026 (Friday)
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