Serving 279 students in grades 9-12, Towns County High School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Towns County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Hiawassee, GA, covering approximately 171.9 square miles. This area typically requires a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.2 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Towns County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Towns County High School's student population of 279 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
279 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Nurture, Guide and Challenge all students in a safe environment.
School Rankings
Towns County High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Towns County High School is 0.17, 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
#587 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Towns County High School's ranking?
Towns County High School is ranked #587 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Towns County High School often compared to?
Towns County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Towns County Middle School, Towns County Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Towns County High School?
The graduation rate of Towns County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Towns County High School?
279 students attend Towns County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Towns County High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Towns County High School?
Towns County High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Towns County High School offer ?
Towns County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Towns County High School part of?
Towns County High School is part of Towns County School District.
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