Ware County High School is the only public high school in Ware County, Georgia, United States. It is located in the city of Waycross.
Serving 1,633 students in grades 9-12, Ware County High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Ware County High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Waycross, GA, encompassing approximately 908 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and the furthest edge located about 45.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ware County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ware County High School's student population of 1,633 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,633 students
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Minds. Shaping Futures.
School Rankings
Ware 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 Ware County High School is 0.64, 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
#571 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
40%
36%
White
44%
34%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
84.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Gator
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ware County High School's ranking?
Ware County High School is ranked #571 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Ware County High School often compared to?
Ware County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pierce County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ware County High School?
The graduation rate of Ware County High School is 82%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Ware County High School?
1,633 students attend Ware County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Ware County High School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ware County High School?
Ware County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ware County High School offer ?
Ware County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ware County High School part of?
Ware County High School is part of Ware County School District.
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