Serving 1,208 students in grades 9-12, Spalding 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 18% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower 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 64% 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: 1,208 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Spalding High School serves the eastern part of Griffin, GA, covering an area of approximately 89.5 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 6.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spalding High School's student population of 1,208 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,208 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Spalding 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 Spalding High School is 0.65, 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
#1469 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
46%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
36%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Graduation Rate
81%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
4%
Showing 2012–2021. View full 21-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Silver
School Mascot
Jaguar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spalding High School's ranking?
Spalding High School is ranked #1469 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Spalding High School often compared to?
Spalding High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Griffin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spalding High School?
The graduation rate of Spalding High School is 81%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Spalding High School?
1,208 students attend Spalding High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Spalding High School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spalding High School?
Spalding High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spalding High School offer ?
Spalding High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spalding High School part of?
Spalding High School is part of Griffin-Spalding County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
It's a nice school with nice dedicated teachers. The faculty are amazing inspirations to all student. The school is located in a nice, clean neighborhood.
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