Pickens High School is a public high school in Jasper, Georgia, United States. It is a part of the Pickens County School District, which includes the communities of Jasper, Talking Rock, Tate, and the Pickens County portion of Nelson. The school serves grades 9–12.
Serving 1,269 students in grades 9-12, Pickens County High School ranks in the top 30% 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 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,269 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pickens County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Pickens County High School's student population of 1,269 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pickens County High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pickens County High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#602 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
1%
36%
White
91%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pickens County High School's ranking?
Pickens County High School is ranked #602 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Pickens County High School often compared to?
Pickens County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkview High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pickens County High School?
The graduation rate of Pickens County High School is 92%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Pickens County High School?
1,269 students attend Pickens County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Pickens County High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pickens County High School?
Pickens County High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pickens County High School offer ?
Pickens County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pickens County High School part of?
Pickens County High School is part of Pickens County School District.
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