Thomson High School is a public high school located in Thomson, Georgia, United States. It is the only high school in the McDuffie County School District.
Serving 982 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 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 982 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomson High School's student population of 982 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
982 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
1901
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 0.55, 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
#1831 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
60%
36%
White
31%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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%.
How many students attend Thomson High School?
982 students attend Thomson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Thomson High School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 5% 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 17:1, 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 (Events)
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 07, 2026 (Tuesday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 08, 2026 (Wednesday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 09, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 10, 2026 (Friday)
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