Serving 809 students in grades 9-12, Temple High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% 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: 809 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Temple High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Temple High School's student population of 809 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
809 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Temple High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Temple High School is 0.56, 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
#794 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
21%
36%
White
62%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Temple High School's ranking?
Temple High School is ranked #794 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Temple High School often compared to?
Temple High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Villa Rica High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Temple High School?
The graduation rate of Temple High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Temple High School?
809 students attend Temple High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Temple High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Temple High School?
Temple High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Temple High School offer ?
Temple High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Temple High School part of?
Temple High School is part of Carroll County School District.
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