Serving 918 students in grades 9-12, Putnam County 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 27% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 918 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Putnam County High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Eatonton, GA, encompassing approximately 360.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 19.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Putnam County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Putnam County High School's student population of 918 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
918 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
dream, believe, achieve, Soar...
School Rankings
Putnam County 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 Putnam County High School is 0.68, 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
#1178 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
37%
36%
White
40%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Putnam County High School's ranking?
Putnam County High School is ranked #1178 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Putnam County High School often compared to?
Putnam County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baldwin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Putnam County High School?
The graduation rate of Putnam County High School is 88%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Putnam County High School?
918 students attend Putnam County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Putnam County High School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Putnam County High School?
Putnam County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Putnam County High School offer ?
Putnam County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Putnam County High School part of?
Putnam County High School is part of Putnam County School District.
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