Whitewater High School is a public secondary school in Fayetteville, Georgia, United States. It serves grades 9-12 for the Fayette County School System.
Serving 1,303 students in grades 9-12, Whitewater High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher 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 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Whitewater High School serves the southeast part of Fayetteville, GA, covering an area of approximately 74.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitewater High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Whitewater High School's student population of 1,303 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,303 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Rankings
Whitewater High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitewater High School is 0.63, 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
#199 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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
92%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Red, Silver, Cardinal
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitewater High School's ranking?
Whitewater High School is ranked #199 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Whitewater High School often compared to?
Whitewater High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Starrs Mill High School, Mcintosh High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Whitewater High School?
The graduation rate of Whitewater High School is 92%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Whitewater High School?
1,303 students attend Whitewater High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Whitewater High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitewater High School?
Whitewater High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Whitewater High School offer ?
Whitewater High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whitewater High School part of?
Whitewater High School is part of Fayette County School District.
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