Serving 866 students in grades 8-12, Pepperell High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower 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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 866 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pepperell High School serves the southeastern part of Lindale, GA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 109.8 square miles. Families in this zone can expect an average drive time of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 9.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pepperell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pepperell High School's student population of 866 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
866 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pepperell High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pepperell High School is 0.42, 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
#800 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Prepared. Honorable. Skilled.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pepperell High School's ranking?
Pepperell High School is ranked #800 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Pepperell High School often compared to?
Pepperell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rome High School, Armuchee High School, Model High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pepperell High School?
The graduation rate of Pepperell High School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Pepperell High School?
866 students attend Pepperell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Pepperell High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pepperell High School?
Pepperell High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pepperell High School offer ?
Pepperell High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pepperell High School part of?
Pepperell High School is part of Floyd County School District.
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