White County High School is a public high school located in Cleveland, Georgia, United States, in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, which serves the youth of Cleveland and Helen in grades 9–12. It is accredited by The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Serving 1,161 students in grades 9-12, White County High School ranks in the top 50% 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 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,161 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
White County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
White County High School's student population of 1,161 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,161 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1959
Colors
White, Grey, Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
White County 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 White County High School is 0.27, 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
#808 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
2%
36%
White
85%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warrior
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is White County High School's ranking?
White County High School is ranked #808 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are White County High School often compared to?
White County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Education 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 37% GA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of White County High School?
The graduation rate of White County High School is 90%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend White County High School?
1,161 students attend White County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of White County High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of White County High School?
White County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does White County High School offer ?
White County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is White County High School part of?
White County High School is part of White County School District.
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