Serving 1,246 students in grades 9-12, Oconee County High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oconee County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Oconee County High School's student population of 1,246 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oconee County High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oconee County High School is 0.35, 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
#391 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
8%
18%
Black
5%
36%
White
80%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oconee County High School's ranking?
Oconee County High School is ranked #391 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Oconee County High School often compared to?
Oconee County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Oconee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oconee County High School?
The graduation rate of Oconee County High School is 97%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Oconee County High School?
1,246 students attend Oconee County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Oconee County High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oconee County High School?
Oconee County High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oconee County High School offer ?
Oconee County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Oconee County High School part of?
Oconee County High School is part of Oconee County School District.
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