Rabun County High School is a public high school operated by the Rabun County School District. It is located on the edge of Tiger, a town in Rabun County in the U.S. state of Georgia. It is the original venue of Foxfire magazine and related projects.
Serving 647 students in grades 9-12, Rabun County High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 647 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Rabun County High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Tiger, GA, encompassing approximately 377 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and the furthest point being 21.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rabun County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rabun County High School's student population of 647 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
647 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rabun County High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rabun County High School is 0.41, 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
#227 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
36%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-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)22%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rabun County High School's ranking?
Rabun County High School is ranked #227 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Rabun County High School often compared to?
Rabun County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stephens County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rabun County High School?
The graduation rate of Rabun County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Rabun County High School?
647 students attend Rabun County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Rabun County High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rabun County High School?
Rabun County High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rabun County High School offer ?
Rabun County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rabun County High School part of?
Rabun County High School is part of Rabun County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is the best school anywhere.I graduated in 1984 from R.C.H.S.AND I LOVE MY SCHOOL AND THE WILDCATS.my name is voncyle shirley towe
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