Serving 371 students in grades 9-12, Taylor 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taylor County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Taylor County High School's student population of 371 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
An Inspiring Future for All Students
School Rankings
Taylor 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 Taylor County High School is 0.58, 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
#1628 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
41%
36%
White
50%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taylor County High School's ranking?
Taylor County High School is ranked #1628 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Taylor County High School often compared to?
Taylor County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marion County Middle/high School, Central Elementary/high School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Taylor County High School?
The graduation rate of Taylor County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Taylor County High School?
371 students attend Taylor County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Taylor County High School students are White, 41% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taylor County High School?
Taylor County High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Taylor County High School offer ?
Taylor County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Taylor County High School part of?
Taylor County High School is part of Taylor County School District.
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