Swainsboro High School is a public high school located in Swainsboro, Georgia, United States. The school is part of the Emanuel County School District, which serves Emanuel County.
Serving 813 students in grades 9-12, Swainsboro 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 23% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 813 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swainsboro High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Swainsboro High School's student population of 813 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
813 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
Swainsboro High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swainsboro High School is 0.62, 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
#1637 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
48%
36%
White
38%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swainsboro High School's ranking?
Swainsboro High School is ranked #1637 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Swainsboro High School often compared to?
Swainsboro High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emanuel County Institute, Swainsboro Primary School, Swainsboro Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Swainsboro High School?
The graduation rate of Swainsboro High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Swainsboro High School?
813 students attend Swainsboro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Swainsboro High School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Swainsboro High School?
Swainsboro High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Swainsboro High School offer ?
Swainsboro High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swainsboro High School part of?
Swainsboro High School is part of Emanuel County School District.
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