Newton High School is a four-year comprehensive public high school serving students in ninth through twelfth grades in Covington, Georgia, United States. It is part of the Newton County School System. Located thirty-two miles outside Atlanta, it is one of three schools serving Newton County.
Serving 2,499 students in grades 9-12, Newton 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 12% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newton High School serves the northwest part of Covington, GA, covering an area of approximately 60.8 square miles. Students typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newton High School's student population of 2,499 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 124 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,499 students
Total Classroom Teachers
124 teachers
Year Founded
1949
Campus Size
118 acres
School Rankings
Newton 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 Newton High School is 0.36, 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
#1600 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
79%
36%
White
6%
34%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue & White
School Mascot
The Ram
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newton High School's ranking?
Newton High School is ranked #1600 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Newton High School often compared to?
Newton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alcovy High School, Eastside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newton High School?
The graduation rate of Newton High School is 92%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Newton High School?
2,499 students attend Newton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Newton High School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newton High School?
Newton High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newton High School offer ?
Newton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newton High School part of?
Newton High School is part of Newton County School District.
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