North Oconee High School serves 1,512 students in grades 9-12.
North Oconee High School placed in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Oconee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Oconee High School's student population of 1,512 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Oconee High School is ranked within the top 10% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of North Oconee High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#135 out of 2168 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
3%
36%
White
76%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Oconee High School's ranking?
North Oconee High School is ranked #135 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are North Oconee High School often compared to?
North Oconee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oconee County 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 36% GA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Oconee High School?
The graduation rate of North Oconee High School is 99%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend North Oconee High School?
1,512 students attend North Oconee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of North Oconee High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Oconee High School?
North Oconee High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Oconee High School offer ?
North Oconee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Oconee High School part of?
North Oconee High School is part of Oconee County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
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