Serving 2,214 students in grades 9-12, Newnan High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 44% 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: 2,214 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newnan High School serves the west part of its district in Newnan, GA, covering an area of approximately 236.9 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newnan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Newnan High School's student population of 2,214 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 138 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,214 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
138 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1918
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newnan High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newnan High School is 0.61, 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
#623 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
26%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
56%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Graduation Rate
92%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newnan High School's ranking?
Newnan High School is ranked #623 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Newnan High School often compared to?
Newnan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northgate High School, East Coweta High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newnan High School?
The graduation rate of Newnan High School is 92%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Newnan High School?
2,214 students attend Newnan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Newnan High School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newnan High School?
Newnan High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newnan High School offer ?
Newnan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newnan High School part of?
Newnan High School is part of Coweta County School District.
School Reviews
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