Serving 962 students in grades 9-12, Thomson 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 17% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 962 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Thomson High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Thomson, GA, covering approximately 266.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being about 10.6 miles and the furthest edge reaching 13.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomson High School's student population of 962 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
962 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
School Motto
A Tradition of Excellence
School Rankings
Thomson 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 Thomson High School is 0.54, 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
#1831 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
61%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
29%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Graduation Rate
88%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
10%
5%
Showing 2009–2018. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomson High School's ranking?
Thomson High School is ranked #1831 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Thomson High School often compared to?
Thomson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grovetown High School, Greenbrier High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thomson High School?
The graduation rate of Thomson High School is 88%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Thomson High School?
962 students attend Thomson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Thomson High School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomson High School?
Thomson High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thomson High School offer ?
Thomson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomson High School part of?
Thomson High School is part of Mcduffie County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 05, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 06, 2027 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
April 07, 2027 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
April 08, 2027 (Thursday)
Spring Break
April 09, 2027 (Friday)
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