Serving 609 students in grades 9-12, Screven County High School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Screven County High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Sylvania, GA, encompassing approximately 655.9 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 14.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 21.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Screven County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Screven County High School's student population of 609 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
609 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
28 students
School Rankings
Screven County 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 Screven County High School is 0.55, 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
#887 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
52%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Screven County High School's ranking?
Screven County High School is ranked #887 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Screven County High School?
The graduation rate of Screven County High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Screven County High School?
609 students attend Screven County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Screven County High School students are Black, 43% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Screven County High School?
Screven County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Screven County High School offer ?
Screven County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Screven County High School part of?
Screven County High School is part of Screven County School District.
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